Vibe Coding Large Projects is Like Sailing
nptacek · x · 2026-07-09
The author argues that using vibe coding for large, long-term projects is more akin to sailing or flying a kite than traditional top-down engineering management. Throughout the process, the model continuously provides feedback like the "wind," requiring humans to constantly adjust and respond.
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