Pronunciations
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/ˈvaɪb ˈkoʊ.dɪŋ/
Pronunciation notes
- General-American
Noun
A method of programming in which a developer generates code by repeatedly prompting a large language model, while having a very limited awareness of how the code actually functions.
Usage- neologism
- Uncountable
- Examples
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There's a new kind of coding I call "vibe coding", where you fully give in to the vibes, embrace exponentials, and forget that the code even exists.
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Not all of my vibecoding experiments have been successful. I've been struggling for weeks to build an "inbox autopilot" tool capable of responding to my emails automatically, in my writing style. I've encountered roadblocks when trying to integrate A.I. work flows into apps like Google Photos and iOS Voice Memos, which aren't designed to play well with third-party add-ons.
With all this vibe coding going on, we had to turn to an expert for some input. Simon Willison, an independent software developer and AI researcher, offered a nuanced perspective on AI-assisted programming in an interview with Ars Technica. "I really enjoy vibe coding," he said. "It's a fun way to try out an idea and prove if it can work."
Of course, vibe coding isn't perfect, but picking the right tool will help iron out many potential hiccups - whether that be security concerns or limited budgets.
The project is yet another example of "vibe coding," the trend of non-engineers using AI tools to build software by describing what they want in plain language. What once required a team of developers can now be prototyped by a lawyer in a number of days.