Cursor introduces Automations with /automate skill and computer use
TL;DR
Cursor releases Automations with always-on agents for repetitive tasks. The update adds the /automate skill, GitHub and Slack triggers, and computer use.
What changed
Cursor Automations now let always-on agents handle repetitive tasks for Developers and Vibe Builders. The release brings the /automate skill plus triggers tied to GitHub and Slack. A computer use tool lets cloud agents show visual demos of completed work.
Why it matters
Basic Users benefit from simpler task handling in daily flows while Developers gain efficiency on GitHub integrations that process events quickly. Vibe Builders can prototype automations faster with the new skill. This setup outperforms manual scripting in tools like traditional IDEs by enabling direct Slack interactions.
What to watch for
Developers should compare the computer use feature against GitHub Actions for similar triggers. Test by creating a sample /automate command and reviewing the visual demo output in the Cursor interface.
Who this matters for
- Vibe Builders: Use the /automate skill to prototype Slack and GitHub triggers without writing complex scripts.
Harsh’s take
Cursor is moving beyond a code editor into a full orchestration layer. By integrating computer use and always-on agents, they are effectively building a headless IDE that operates while you sleep. The addition of Slack and GitHub triggers means the agent is no longer reactive to your keystrokes, but proactive to your team's workflow.
This is a massive shift for anyone building in public or managing small teams. Instead of configuring brittle CI/CD pipelines for simple tasks, you can now describe an automation in natural language. The visual demo feature is the real winner here, providing a feedback loop that proves the agent actually performed the task correctly in a cloud environment.
by Harsh Desai
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