Vibe coding defined by a practitioner who’s tested it since 2025: the 2026 definition, the full AI development lexicon, and the Spec-Driven Spectrum — a framework for choosing how much spec your build needs.
How sure are you that what you’re doing is vibe coding?
I’m asking because many people use this term loosely and treat it as a synonym for any AI-assisted coding.
Some people, like me, use the term loosely on purpose.
Others are simply not yet familiar with the distinction.
Read this guide even if you’re already a pro builder.
Use it as a reference. Print it if you still believe in paper. Send it to your team if they keep calling everything “vibe coding.”
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