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Re: When will vibe posting transform Atomic Bobs? 

By: monkeytrots in GRITZ | Recommend this post (1)
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Boardmark this board | Grits Breakfast of Champeens! 		Msg. 09101 of 09311
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>>> Ugh. My conscience is bothering me already. I guess I have to admit that Grok may have written a TEENSY WEENSY BIT of the above..

Hmmm ... what does it say about us iffen we can't readily see that teensy weensy bit ? Past our primes ? Receptors on the blitz ? Color Blind ? Or just plain blind, maybe from old age.




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Re: When will vibe posting transform Atomic Bobs?
By: De_Composed in GRITZ
Mon, 02 Jun 25 11:59 PM 		Msg. 09098 of 09311

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Re: “Yuck!”The concept of "vibe coding," as highlighted in the NPR article, is an oversimplification that risks undermining the complexity and human ingenuity fundamental to programming. While the idea of directing AI to generate code through high-level instructions sounds revolutionary, it’s not poised to transform the software industry as drastically as proponents like Tom Blomfield suggest. Instead, vibe coding represents a useful but limited tool that complements, rather than replaces, human coders.

First, the claim that vibe coding can produce complex systems like a 30,000-line website in just 100 hours glosses over critical nuances. As Adam Resnick from IDC points out, AI-generated code often requires significant human curation. This isn’t a minor step—it’s a cornerstone of software development. AI tools, while powerful, lack the contextual understanding and critical thinking that human developers bring. For instance, AI might generate functional code, but ensuring it’s secure, optimized, and maintainable demands human oversight. Bugs, edge cases, and scalability issues often elude AI’s grasp, requiring experienced coders to intervene. The notion that AI will soon replace coders ignores the persistent need for human judgment in refining and validating code.

Moreover, the vision of "swarms" of AI coders, project managers, and designers overlooks the collaborative and creative essence of software development. Programming isn’t just about churning out lines of code; it’s about solving real-world problems with tailored solutions. Human developers bring domain knowledge, ethical considerations, and user empathy that AI cannot replicate. For example, designing a website like Recipe Ninja involves understanding user behavior and culinary preferences—qualities that require human intuition beyond what vague “vibes” can convey to an AI.

Blomfield’s shift from advocating that startup founders learn to code to predicting coders’ obsolescence is premature. Coding is not just a mechanical task but a discipline that fosters problem-solving and logical thinking. Even if AI handles routine coding tasks, humans will still define the “what” and “why” behind software projects. The ability to articulate requirements, prioritize features, and align solutions with business goals remains a distinctly human skill. AI may assist, but it’s not ready to lead.

The article’s example of a 21-year-old’s startup succeeding with vibe coding is compelling but anecdotal. It doesn’t prove that vibe coding is a universal solution. Many startups fail not because of coding inefficiencies but due to poor market fit or strategy—areas where AI offers little help. Similarly, the commenter’s concern about chatbots flooding online spaces like dating platforms or social media misses the point: AI-generated content lacks authenticity and emotional depth, which users will likely reject over time.

In essence, vibe coding is a flashy trend, not a paradigm shift. It’s a tool that augments human capability, not a replacement for it. The software industry will continue to rely on skilled developers who can harness AI’s strengths while compensating for its limitations. Far from rendering coders obsolete, AI will elevate their role as curators, strategists, and innovators in an increasingly complex digital landscape.
Ugh. My conscience is bothering me already. I guess I have to admit that Grok may have written a TEENSY WEENSY BIT of the above... Rolling Eyes


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