Role-Based Programme
RB0341

Windsurf for Information Technology

AI-Assisted Software Engineering, Troubleshooting & Technical Workflow Automation

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Duration
16 Hours
Level
Intermediate
Delivery
Instructor-Led
Format
Capability Training

Programme Objectives

  • Develop functional proficiency in using Windsurf for software development, code analysis, debugging, technical documentation, and IT automation.
  • Apply Cascade to understand existing codebases, generate and modify functionality, troubleshoot issues, and accelerate technical workflows.
  • Build reusable AI-assisted development practices covering requirements, coding, testing, refactoring, documentation, and integration.
  • Use Windsurf to support IT operations through lightweight utilities, internal applications, troubleshooting workflows, and technical automation.
  • Apply cybersecurity, code review, access control, testing, change management, and responsible AI practices before production use.

Tools covered

WindsurfCascade AI AssistantAI-Assisted CodingCodebase UnderstandingNatural-Language DevelopmentProject ContextRules & InstructionsTerminal AssistanceDebuggingPreviewGit WorkflowsMCP Integration ConceptsTestingRefactoring & Technical Automation

Who should attend

  • Software Developers
  • Application Developers
  • IT Engineers
  • Application Support Engineers
  • DevOps Professionals
  • Platform Engineers
  • System Administrators
  • IT Automation Professionals
  • Technical Support Engineers
  • Infrastructure Professionals
  • Integration Engineers
  • IT Business Analysts
  • Technical Leads
  • Technology Consultants
  • IT Operations Team Leads

Prerequisites & Participant Readiness

  • Working knowledge of software development, IT systems, or technical support activities
  • Basic programming knowledge in at least one commonly used language
  • Familiarity with application structure, APIs, command-line tools, or version control is helpful
  • Basic understanding of debugging and software-testing concepts
  • Awareness of cybersecurity, credentials, and access-control requirements
  • No previous Windsurf training required

TOC Modules

Concepts
  • Understanding Windsurf as an AI-assisted development environment
  • Understanding Cascade for code generation, codebase analysis, modification, troubleshooting, and technical assistance
  • Understanding context, project structure, rules, instructions, and AI-assisted engineering workflows
  • Differentiating AI-generated implementation from accountable engineering decisions
Practical activities
  • Exploring Windsurf using an existing sample project
  • Asking Cascade to explain application structure and dependencies
  • Mapping Technical Requirement → Context → Cascade → Code → Human Review

Scenarios

Existing Application Issue to Validated Resolution

Production-Like Defect → Codebase Analysis → Cascade Investigation → Root-Cause Hypotheses → Targeted Code Change → Automated Testing → Engineer Validation → Controlled Release Recommendation

Participants use Windsurf to analyse and resolve a complex application issue while keeping root-cause confirmation, code acceptance, and release decisions under qualified engineering ownership.

Manual IT Process to Automated Internal Utility

Repetitive IT Task → Technical Requirements → Windsurf-Assisted Development → Workflow Logic → API / Tool Integration → Testing → Security Review → Controlled Operational Use

Participants build an internal automation utility that reduces repetitive IT effort while preserving access controls, validation, auditability, and human approval for consequential actions.

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