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Start from scratch, without a repo
This release introduces a significantly streamlined workflow for Cloud Agents, allowing users to start building immediately with a new "start from scratch" option. Initial SCM provider connections are no longer a prerequisite; agents can be prompted directly, with an Origin repo automatically created in the background for saving. Further enhancements include live environment previews in the browser via port-forwarding, enabling tools like design mode, and direct publishing to a live URL through Vercel integration for connected accounts. These updates simplify the entire agent creation, development, and deployment process from initial concept to a shareable project.
Changed
- Cloud Agents no longer require a connected GitHub or other third-party SCM provider to get started. Prompt from the get-go, then save your work to a Cursor Origin repo.
- Select **Start from scratch** in the repo picker, then prompt the agent. In the background, Cursor creates an Origin repo for you.
- <figure><img src="https://ptht05hbb1ssoooe.public.blob.vercel-storage.com/assets/changelog/start-from-scratch-QflXlxizUwAvBbal0Kst46I0mEZT93.png" loading="lazy" alt="Start from scratch in the repo picker" /><figcaption>Start from scratch in the repo picker</figcaption></figure>
- Once the agent's build is to your liking, click the **Create repo** button to save your work in an Origin repo. Choose a custom name or pick one of the suggested ones, then set the visibility to private or internal. You'll get a fully scaffolded Origin repo, ready to share or keep building on. Navigate to the Codebase tab to find your repo and access your project.
- Cursor now port-forwards your cloud agent's live environment straight to your browser, so you can preview it and use tools like design mode.
- Connect a Vercel account and hit publish to get a live URL for what you built.
- A Vercel account is required to use the publish feature.
- Get started today.