The Semantic Chaos of AI Coding (and a Proposed Classification)
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This article introduces what I call "the vibe coding trap" and attempts to bring clarity by proposing a standard classification: 4 distinct phases of AI adoption in software development.
- Phase 1: No AI (baseline)
- Phase 2: Autocomplete (Copilot-style)
- Phase 3: Conversational/Vibe Coding (for MVP/prototypes, otherwise painful)
- Phase 4: Structured AI (context engineering, specs-driven)
The terminology mapping alone might be helpful for teams trying to figure out "where are we?" and "where should we go?"
Curious: Are there any other initiatives to bring clarity about these terms?