What is "Vibe Coding"?

First, let's define what we mean by "vibe coding." It's often used to describe a more intuitive, less structured approach to writing code. This might include:

• Jumping straight into coding without a detailed design or plan.
• Relying on memory and familiarity with the codebase rather than documentation or established patterns.
• Making changes on the fly without a deep understanding of all the potential ripple effects.
• Prioritizing speed and getting something working over clarity, maintainability, or long-term design.
• Following your "gut feeling" about how to solve a problem.

This approach can be incredibly effective in certain scenarios, such as:

• Small, solo projects: When you're the only one working on the code, you know where everything is and what it does.
• Rapid prototyping: When the goal is to quickly build a proof of concept and learn from it.
• Spike solutions: When you need to quickly explore a new technology or approach.
• Hobby projects: Where the primary goal is personal learning and enjoyment.