SMRTR ProgrammingSep 6, 2026Engadget

What is vibe coding and why does it get so much hate?

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Vibe coding has a reputation for being lazy, AI-driven development, but the concept has deeper roots than the current criticism suggests. The term emerged from a specific creative mindset around programming, not careless code generation. Understanding where it actually came from reframes the debate around AI-assisted coding and what it means for developers today.

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