A journalist who is not a coder has been experimenting with coding using artificial intelligence tools, a trend known as vibecoding. Despite lacking coding skills, the journalist has created various tools and apps, such as a podcast transcription tool and a lunch-packing app, all made possible by A.I. technologies.
Vibecoding allows non-technical individuals to develop fully functional apps and websites by simply typing prompts into a text box, without needing to know how to code. A.I. tools like Cursor, Replit, Bolt, and Lovable assist users in building custom products based on their prompts.
Although vibecoding can feel like sorcery to non-programmers, it requires human oversight as A.I. may make mistakes or encounter roadblocks. However, the ease and accessibility of these tools have allowed hobbyists to build products that would have previously required teams of engineers.
Despite concerns about the implications of A.I. coding tools on the job market and society as a whole, the journalist finds value in using A.I. to create software that automates tedious tasks in their life. The A.I.-assisted tools have also inspired others to build their own products to enhance various aspects of their lives.
The journalist acknowledges the potential risks associated with A.I. development but believes that for now, using A.I. to simplify daily tasks is a positive application of the technology. As they continue vibecoding, the journalist sees the potential for A.I. to revolutionize how software is built and hopes to continue exploring the capabilities of these tools.
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