Vibe coding was coined by Andrej Karpathy, co-founder of OpenAI and a former AI leader at Tesla, in his post (3 Feb 2025) on X.com. Vibe coding is a way of writing software that relies a lot on AI tools like ChatGPT to help generate code.
What Is Vibe Coding?
Vibe Coding is a modern, AI-assisted method of software development where developers use large language models (LLMs) to generate code from natural language instructions. Instead of manually writing all the code, developers describe the desired functionality in plain English.
The AI then generates source code, which the developer reviews, tests, and refines. This shifts the role of the programmer from traditional coding to guiding and validating AI-generated solutions.
Advantages & disadvantages of Vibe Coding
Pros of Vibe Coding:
- Fast Prototyping: Teams can quickly build and test early versions of features or apps by describing what they need, letting the AI handle most of the coding.
- Eliminate Repetitive & boring Work: Tasks like writing boilerplate or setup code are handled by AI, saving time and reducing developer fatigue.
- Speeds Up Development: Instead of spending hours on new features, developers can get working code in minutes. They can then tweak or guide the AI further to refine it.
Cons of Vibe Coding:
- Weaker Code Understanding: Relying too much on AI can lead to teams not fully understanding the codebase, making future updates or debugging harder.
- Risk of Unverified Code: If AI-generated code is not carefully reviewed, it might introduce bugs, security issues, or misuse of personal data—potentially leading to legal or compliance problems.
How Vibe Coding Works ?
Step-by-Step Process of Vibe Coding:
- Prompting:
The developer starts by giving a simple instruction in plain English. For example, “Create a to-do app with add and delete features.” - Code Generation:
The LLM interprets the request and generates the appropriate code, often in seconds. Popular tools like Cursor Composer or Replit AI are often used for this. - Testing and Debugging:
The developer tests the generated code to see if it behaves as expected. If there are bugs or missing features, they ask the AI to fix or adjust the code. - Repitition:
This loop—prompt, generate, test, refine—continues until the final output meets the desired functionality. No deep dive into syntax is needed unless required.
Tools available for Vibe Coding
There are various AI-powered tools available in the market with which you can perform Vibe Coding.
- GitHub Copilot: AI pair programmer integrated with VS Code; offers smart suggestions and in-editor chat.
- Aider, Claude Code, Bolt.new, Lovable, v0 (Vercel), Trickle AI, Tempo, Softgen: Each offers unique AI-first coding experiences.
- Replit Agent: Cloud-based IDE where users build, test, and deploy code using only prompts—ideal for non-coders.
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