Vibe Coding: How Everyday Problem-Solvers Build Tiny AI Apps
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Vibe coding lets non-coders use AI to generate small, working apps for specific daily problems—think wedding seating planners or hair-wash routines—without needing a full development team. The trend emerged around late 2025 as coding-focused AI models improved at writing, running, and debugging code, enabling ordinary people to prototype tools, learn new skills, and keep software bespoke and accessible, while not promising world-changing tech.
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