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Should junior developers use vibe coding?

When AI tools help and when they hurt: finding the right balance for early-career developers.

Balaji Viswanathan
Balaji Viswanathan
Founder, KAPI
Mar 13, 2025
2 min read
Should junior developers use vibe coding?

Should junior developers use vibe coding?

Junior developers should use as much AI coding as an 8-year-old using a calculator. If the 8-year-old is working on complex mathematics, sure, use the calculator and focus on higher-level steps. But if they are using calculators for simple math, they are robbing themselves of a great opportunity to make mistakes & learn. The ability to think in numbers is quite important to grow more advanced skills.

If you are an 18-year-old building a complex tech stack, sure, use vibe coding. On the other hand, if you are just a beginner coder, take the harder route. Walk the stairs, sweat it out, and do the basic calculations by hand. Shortcuts can make you completely unemployable. When you are ready with foundation knowledge, come to our tool and use it.

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