“Vibe coding” is this new way of writing code where you just tell an AI what you want, and it gives you the code. Sounds cool, right? It can save time and help people who aren’t expert coders. But like most things that seem too good to be true, it has some real risks.
Let’s look at what could go wrong if we rely too much on AI for coding:
1. Bad Code In, Bad Code Out
AI learns from code already out there. If that code has mistakes or bad habits, the AI can repeat them. So you might get code that:
- Doesn’t work properly (has bugs)
- Is messy and hard to read
- Doesn’t fit your project well
Solution: A real developer should still check the code, just like they would if a teammate wrote it.
2. Security Problems
AI might write code that isn’t safe. It might:
- Have holes hackers can use
- Ignore security best practices
- Be risky if the AI tool itself isn’t secure
Solution: Keep using security tools and teach developers to write safe code, even when using AI.
3. Forgetting How to Code
If we let AI do all the work, we might forget how to code ourselves. That means:
- Struggling with tough problems
- Not really understanding how code works
- Getting stuck with one tool
Solution: Keep learning and understanding the basics. Use AI to help—not replace—your learning.
4. Who Owns the Code?
There are still big questions about legal stuff, like:
- Who owns the code AI makes?
- Could your private info be used to train the AI?
- Could AI mix code with licenses you’re not allowed to use?
Solution: Read the terms of the AI tool you’re using and talk to a legal expert if needed.
5. We Don’t Know How AI Thinks
AI can feel like a “black box”—it gives you code, but you don’t know why it did it that way. That makes it hard to:
- Fix bugs
- Trust the code
- Improve or optimize it
Solution: Use AI tools that explain their choices. And make sure humans understand and test the code.
6. Locked Into One Tool
If we get too used to one AI coding tool, we might be stuck with it—even if prices go up or it gets worse.
Solution: Don’t depend on just one tool. Keep your skills broad so you can switch if needed.
7. Less Creativity
AI might make us lazy with problem-solving. If we always use the “easy” AI answer, we might stop coming up with new and better ways to code.
Solution: Use AI to support creativity—not replace it. Try new ideas and don’t stop experimenting.
Final Thoughts:
AI can be a great helper for coding. It can save time and help us work faster. But we still need to:
Check the code carefully
- Keep learning how to code ourselves
- Watch out for security and legal issues
- Stay creative
In short, AI is a tool, not a replacement for smart, skilled human developers.
New to Vibe Coding? Read here: What is Vibe Coding?