Windsurf

AI IDE and agent platform currently documented publicly under the Devin Desktop branding.

Type: IDE / agent platform

Best for: Agent-centric IDE pilots and team-admin workflows

Official docs: https://docs.windsurf.com/

Last verified: 2026-07-12

Status: Needs verification

Quick Start

Use the official desktop product and verify current naming and onboarding for your org.

Installation

macOS

Use the official desktop installer.

Windows

Use the official desktop installer.

Linux

Use the official desktop installer where supported.

WSL

Not the primary workflow.

Authentication

Follow the current sign-in and team onboarding flow.

Basic Commands

Needs verification. Treat this primarily as a desktop IDE workflow.

Intermediate Commands

  • settings-based workspace and admin configuration

Advanced Commands

  • analytics and MCP-backed workflows

Project Configuration

  • workspace settings and rules

Instruction Files

  • team guidance and workspace rules

Models and Versions

  • verify from the current product UI and official docs

Permissions and Security

  • review admin controls and allowed MCP servers

MCP / Integrations

Official docs confirm MCP support.

Common Workflows

  • AI IDE pilot
  • team-admin rollout

Team Best Practices

  • document the naming transition internally

Troubleshooting

  • stale internal docs often still reference Windsurf only

When to Use

  • AI IDE pilots with governance needs

When Not to Use

  • when the team requires a strict CLI standard

Sources