So, Are You Really Vibe Coding? The 2026 Definition, Lexicon, and Decision Framework

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  • Vibe coding defined by a practitioner who’
  • s tested it since 2025
  • a framework for choosing how much spec your build needs
  • So, Are You Really Vibe Coding? The 2026 Definition, Lexicon, and Decision Framework

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So, Are You Really Vibe Coding? The 2026 Definition, Lexicon, and Decision Framework
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.

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