Why is OpenAI buying a VS Code fork???
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The video discusses the recent acquisition of Windsurf, a VS Code-based AI editor, by OpenAI for approximately $3 billion. It highlights the current landscape of AI-powered code editors, noting beyond Windsurf, Cursor has also gained traction in the market. The creator analyzes why VS Code has become the leading IDE, its open-source nature, and how these acquisitions are part of a shift in developer sentiment towards AI. The discussion touches on hiring challenges in tech, the role of G2I, and how AI is changing both development and recruitment processes. The video concludes by speculating on the future of AI in coding tools and the potential consequences of OpenAI’s acquisition for developers and competitors alike.