remove cli steps; add cursor/windsurf sections

coder · EdwardAngert · Apr 1, 2025 · Mar 25, 2025 · Mar 25, 2025 · Mar 25, 2025
commit 139d64b3e135fd79244da2440463fa06642f5e3d
diff --git a/docs/user-guides/workspace-access/cursor.md b/docs/user-guides/workspace-access/cursor.md
@@ -6,66 +6,12 @@ Follow this guide to use Cursor to access your Coder workspaces.
 
 If your team uses Cursor regularly, ask your Coder administrator to add a [Cursor module](https://registry.coder.com/modules/cursor) to your template.
 
-## Install Cursor and Coder CLI
+## Install Cursor
 
-Cursor can connect to a Coder workspace using SSH:
+Cursor can connect to a Coder workspace using the Coder extension:
 
 1. [Install Cursor](https://docs.cursor.com/get-started/installation) on your local machine.
 
-1. Install the Coder CLI:
-
-   <!-- copied from docs/install/cli.md - make changes there -->
-
-   <div class="tabs">
-
-   ### Linux/macOS
-
-   Our install script is the fastest way to install Coder on Linux/macOS:
-
-   ```sh
-   curl -L https://coder.com/install.sh | sh
-   ```
-
-   Refer to [GitHub releases](https://github.com/coder/coder/releases) for
-   alternate installation methods (e.g. standalone binaries, system packages).
-
-   ### Windows
-
-   Use [GitHub releases](https://github.com/coder/coder/releases) to download the
-   Windows installer (`.msi`) or standalone binary (`.exe`).
-
-   ![Windows setup wizard](../../images/install/windows-installer.png)
-
-   Alternatively, you can use the
-   [`winget`](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/package-manager/winget/#use-winget)
-   package manager to install Coder:
-
-   ```powershell
-   winget install Coder.Coder
-   ```
-
-   </div>
-
-   Consult the [Coder CLI documentation](../../install/cli.md) for more options.
-
-1. Log in to your Coder deployment and authenticate when prompted:
-
-   ```shell
-   coder login coder.example.com
-   ```
-
-1. Configure Coder SSH:
-
-   ```shell
-   coder config-ssh
-   ```
-
-1. List your available workspaces:
-
-   ```shell
-   coder list
-   ```
-
 1. Open Cursor and log in or [create a Cursor account](https://authenticator.cursor.sh/sign-up)
    if you don't have one already.
 

diff --git a/docs/user-guides/workspace-access/index.md b/docs/user-guides/workspace-access/index.md
@@ -83,10 +83,16 @@ Read more details on [using VSCode in your workspace](./vscode.md).
 ## Cursor
 
 [Cursor](https://cursor.sh/) is an IDE built on VS Code with enhanced AI capabilities.
-Cursor connects using SSH and provides AI-assisted development features.
+Cursor connects using the Coder extension.
 
 Read more about [using Cursor with your workspace](./cursor.md).
 
+## Windsurf
+
+[Windsurf](./windsurf.md) is Codeium's code editor designed for AI-assisted development.
+Windsurf connects using the Coder extension.
+
+
 ## JetBrains IDEs
 
 We support JetBrains IDEs using
@@ -101,7 +107,6 @@ IDEs are supported for remote development:
 - RubyMine
 - WebStorm
 - [JetBrains Fleet](./jetbrains.md#jetbrains-fleet)
-- [Windsurf](./windsurf.md)
 
 Read our [docs on JetBrains Gateway](./jetbrains.md) for more information on
 connecting your JetBrains IDEs.
@@ -127,8 +132,6 @@ Supported IDEs:
 - RStudio
 - Airflow
 - File Browser
-- [Cursor](./cursor.md)
-- [Windsurf](./windsurf.md)
 
 Our [Module Registry](https://registry.coder.com/modules) also hosts a variety
 of tools for extending the capability of your workspace. If you have a request

diff --git a/docs/user-guides/workspace-access/windsurf.md b/docs/user-guides/workspace-access/windsurf.md
@@ -7,66 +7,12 @@ Follow this guide to use Windsurf to access your Coder workspaces.
 
 If your team uses Windsurf regularly, ask your Coder administrator to add Windsurf as a workspace application in your template.
 
-## Install Windsurf and Coder CLI
+## Install Windsurf
 
 Windsurf can connect to your Coder workspaces via SSH:
 
 1. [Install Windsurf](https://docs.codeium.com/windsurf/getting-started) on your local machine.
 
-1. Install the Coder CLI:
-
-   <!-- copied from docs/install/cli.md - make changes there -->
-
-   <div class="tabs">
-
-   ### Linux/macOS
-
-   Our install script is the fastest way to install Coder on Linux/macOS:
-
-   ```sh
-   curl -L https://coder.com/install.sh | sh
-   ```
-
-   Refer to [GitHub releases](https://github.com/coder/coder/releases) for
-   alternate installation methods (e.g. standalone binaries, system packages).
-
-   ### Windows
-
-   Use [GitHub releases](https://github.com/coder/coder/releases) to download the
-   Windows installer (`.msi`) or standalone binary (`.exe`).
-
-   ![Windows setup wizard](../../images/install/windows-installer.png)
-
-   Alternatively, you can use the
-   [`winget`](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/package-manager/winget/#use-winget)
-   package manager to install Coder:
-
-   ```powershell
-   winget install Coder.Coder
-   ```
-
-   </div>
-
-   Consult the [Coder CLI documentation](../../install/cli.md) for more options.
-
-1. Log in to your Coder deployment and authenticate when prompted:
-
-   ```shell
-   coder login coder.example.com
-   ```
-
-1. Configure Coder SSH:
-
-   ```shell
-   coder config-ssh
-   ```
-
-1. List your available workspaces:
-
-   ```shell
-   coder list
-   ```
-
 1. Open Windsurf and select **Get started**.
 
    Import your settings from another IDE, or select **Start fresh**.