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OpenAI Codex CLI brings AI-driven automation directly to your terminal, providing a seamless experience for reading, editing, and executing code. With its zero-setup installation and multimodal input support, Codex can generate code based on simple text prompts, screenshots, or diagrams. Its approval workflow, with three distinct modes (Suggest, Auto Edit, Full Auto), allows users to control the AI’s interactions with their code. Whether reviewing code, refactoring, or prototyping, Codex enhances productivity, enabling developers to automate repetitive tasks, improve code quality, and accelerate the development cycle.

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Windsurf is a cutting-edge IDE designed for developers to maintain focus and productivity through AI-driven assistance. At the heart of the platform is Cascade, an intelligent agent that not only fixes bugs and errors but also anticipates potential issues before they arise. With built-in features for real-time code previews, automatic linting, and seamless integrations with popular tools like GitHub and Slack, Windsurf streamlines the development process. Developers can also benefit from memory tracking, which helps Cascade recall past work, and smart suggestions that enhance code optimization. Windsurf’s unique capabilities ensure that developers can work faster and smarter, reducing onboarding time and accelerating project delivery.