How to Vibe Code as a Senior Engineer
Alex MacCaw

How to Vibe Code as a Senior Engineer

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But three months ago that all changed with the release of Claude Sonnet 4 and Gemini 2.5 Pro. These models are something else. If you've tried AI generating code in the past and been disappointed, try again.

Final Takeaways

• Set up strong scaffolding and type-safe context • Codify conventions in .cursor/rules • Load all relevant files—including types—into Cursor’s context • Use planning mode on top-tier models (o3‑pro, Claude Opus 4, etc.) • Lint, typecheck, and test after each plan execution • Embrace audio-first prompting • Enjoy these last few years of human-led coding magic