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Your First AI-Paired Function
Let Cursor or Copilot write code with you.
12 min+20 XP
The Idea
AI pair programming works best when you describe intent, not syntax. Write a clear comment, then let the AI suggest the code. Always read and test what it gives you.
Example
// Function that takes a list of prices and returns the total with 15% tax The AI will draft it; you verify it works.
Prompt Examples — Try Them Now
1.Refactor this function to be more readable.
2.Add error handling for empty input.
Mini Challenge
Write a Python function (with AI's help) that returns the longest word in a sentence.