What does Vibe coding mean?
The act of building software primarily using AI tools (like Cursor or Windsurf) by describing the desired outcome ("the vibe") rather than writing manual syntax.
Indie context: The 2026 way of building. It’s controversial, but it's how 80% of current waitlist projects are being prototyped.
Vibe coding
The act of building software primarily using AI tools (like Cursor or Windsurf) by describing the desired outcome ("the vibe") rather than writing manual syntax.
💡 The 2026 way of building. It’s controversial, but it's how 80% of current waitlist projects are being prototyped.
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