Faire's analytics team has integrated Cursor, an integrated development environment (IDE), into their workflow, leading to significant improvements in their data analysis processes. Cursor has streamlined SQL query generation and enhanced overall productivity with features like intelligent typeahead suggestions. The team uses it for various tasks, including root cause analyses related to unexpected metric changes, automating reports, and translating product requirements into actionable items. The ability to access their codebase directly has improved accuracy and efficiency, reducing reliance on documentation. Despite the benefits, adopting Cursor wasn’t easy. Many team members had never used an IDE before, which required extensive onboarding efforts. The process involved creating detailed documentation to guide analysts through initial hurdles like authentication issues and git problems. Initial feedback was often negative, with some finding it underwhelming. However, as users became accustomed to the platform, they began to uncover valuable use cases that transformed their work. Within weeks, analysts found themselves completing projects much faster and tackling complex questions with ease. The transition also highlighted the importance of fostering a culture of curiosity and support within the team. Leadership encouraged experimentation and celebrated successes, which helped create a sense of urgency around using the new tool. As analysts saw tangible improvements in their workflow, adoption rates increased, and the overall sentiment toward Cursor shifted from skepticism to enthusiasm.