Y Combinator Startup Podcast How To Get The Most Out Of Vibe Coding | Startup School
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Apr 25, 2025 Dive into the world of vibe coding, where AI tools enhance traditional development. Discover innovative ways to integrate modern LLMs for building and debugging apps. Explore effective strategies for project setup, testing, and version control. Learn how AI can act as a legit collaborator, speeding up your development process. This is a practical guide for anyone eager to harness the power of AI in coding!
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Use Multiple AI Tools Together
- Load both Cursor and Windsurf on the same project to utilize their strengths simultaneously.
- Use Cursor for faster front-end and full-stack tasks and Windsurf for thoughtful back-end work.
Begin With Handcrafted Test Cases
- Start vibe coding by writing your own detailed test cases rather than having the AI generate them.
- Once tests pass, you can trust generated code with only a high-level review.
Plan Deeply and Watch AI Loops
- Spend extensive time using a pure LLM to define your scope and architecture before coding.
- Monitor if the AI falls into a loop and prompt it to analyze failure causes if stuck.