Vibe coding isn't killing dev jobs—it's creating millions of non-technical builders, and indie hackers stand to profit
alexmacgregor__ · x · 2026-10-05
- The author argues vibe coding isn't replacing developers but creating millions of enthusiastic, less-technical builders who can now ship apps themselves.
- This opens a large opportunity for indie hackers to serve this new market with tools, infrastructure, and marketplaces.
- Core thesis: the real opportunity is building for the new wave of builders, not competing with them.
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