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Usability study: AI pair-programming workflows in Cursor

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Posted May 22, 2026

We're studying how developers structure conversations with AI assistants during real coding tasks. Looking for 30 working developers comfortable with VS Code or Cursor; 45-minute remote session, screen-recorded.

Study details

Deadline
July 1, 2026 at 3:59 AM UTC
Compensation
$25 Amazon gift card
Time commitment
45 minutes (single session)
Location
remote
Eligibility
Working developers with 1+ year of professional experience, comfortable thinking aloud while coding in English.
Slots remaining
24
IRB
Example University — Protocol #IRB-2026-PLACEHOLDER
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github.com/example-org/devtool-usability-2026 (sample · disabled)

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HCIdeveloper-toolsAI
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