Playbooks is a community platform that provides bite-sized AI tutorials and a hub for developers to learn, share, and build apps using tools like Cursor, Claude, and ChatGPT. It focuses on practical, hands-on guides to help users create AI-driven applications quickly. The platform is accessible to beginners and experienced developers alike, with a strong emphasis on community collaboration through its Playbooks Hub.
The platform offers tutorials organized by tool or series, covering features like Cursor’s Tab completion, Composer for multi-file editing, and Claude’s SOP creation. Each guide is concise, typically under 10 minutes to read, making it ideal for quick learning sessions. The Playbooks Hub allows users to share and discover markdown-based playbooks, structured guides that outline steps for AI agent tasks, such as user authentication or app scaffolding. The platform is primarily free, though some advanced features may require a subscription.
Playbooks excels in its community-driven approach, enabling users to collaborate on playbooks and learn from shared projects. The notepad feature helps users store and share SOPs, enhancing project organization. The platform supports tools like Cursor’s inline coding with Cmd+K, which streamlines code editing directly in files. Recent feedback on X highlights its accessibility for non-technical users, with many appreciating the straightforward tutorials.
However, the platform has limitations. Tutorials can lack depth for advanced topics, requiring users to seek external resources for complex tasks. Some Reddit users note that the text-heavy format might not suit visual learners, who may prefer video-based platforms like Codeacademy. The reliance on community contributions can lead to inconsistent quality in playbooks, and there’s no formal support for troubleshooting, unlike some competitors.
To get started, explore the “Series Overview of Cursor Settings” to understand tool configurations, then dive into the Playbooks Hub to find a relevant playbook. Test a simple project, like a chatbot, and share your work to gain feedback. Regularly check the Hub for new playbooks to stay updated on community contributions.