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A Vibe Coding Guide (2025)

A Vibe Coding Guide (2025)

FROM IDEA TO MVP

A modern, streamlined approach to building MVPs using AI-powered tools and efficient workflows.

1. 🚀 Skip Traditional Design

Purpose: Replace traditional design processes with AI-powered tools.

Contents:

  • Replace Figma with lovable.dev for instant responsive UIs
  • Get clickable prototypes in Week 1
  • Built-in auth, forms, and routing

Outcome: Faster development cycles with immediately usable prototypes.

2. 🧠 Rapid Planning

Purpose: Streamline the planning phase for quicker project initiation.

Contents:

  • Use ChatGPT Voice for client brainstorming
  • CodeGuideDev for automated PRD + technical documentation
  • MoSCoW Method (Must, Should, Could, Won't have) for feature prioritization

Outcome: Clearer project requirements and priorities established early.

3. ⚡ MVP Development with Lovable

Purpose: Leverage AI-powered development for core functionality.

Contents:

  • 70-80% core functionality built in lovable.
  • Frontend-backend integration
  • User roles and permissions
  • Basic CRUD operations

Outcome: Rapidly implemented core functionality with minimal manual coding.

4. 🔧 Enhanced Development in Cursor

Purpose: Augment and refine the initial implementation.

Contents:

  • GitHub sync from Lovable -> Cursor for intelligent codebase management
  • Multi-file edits and optimizations
  • Backend logic and API refinement

Outcome: More sophisticated functionality and optimized code structure.

5. 🗄️ Database Management

Purpose: Efficient and automated database integration.

Contents:

  • Model Context Protocol (MCP) for Supabase integration
  • Automated migrations and schema updates
  • Real-time database management

Outcome: Seamless database operations with minimal manual configuration.

6. 🔐 Supabase Backend Integration

Purpose: Implement robust backend services quickly.

Contents:

  • OAuth and Magic Link authentication
  • Row-Level Security
  • PostgreSQL database
  • Edge Functions
  • Built-in file storage

Outcome: Complete backend infrastructure without building from scratch.

7. 🛡️ Security Implementation

Purpose: Ensure application security from the start.

Contents:

  • Row-Level Security
  • Rate limiting via Vercel
  • API key protection
  • Server-side validation

Outcome: Secure application with industry-standard protections built in.

8. 🌐 Vercel Deployment

Purpose: Simplified deployment and hosting.

Contents:

  • GitHub auto-sync
  • Global CDN
  • Serverless functions
  • Zero configuration needed

Outcome: Instantly deployed application with global availability.

9. 🎯 Development Philosophy

Purpose: Maintain focus on essentials for rapid delivery.

Contents:

  • Focus on essential features
  • Weekly iterations
  • Early feedback loops
  • Clear post-launch planning

Outcome: Disciplined approach to development ensuring timely delivery.

10. 🛠️ Tech Stack Summary

Purpose: Integrated modern tools for efficient development.

Contents:

  • Cursor (AI IDE)
  • Lovable (UI builder)
  • Supabase (backend)
  • Vercel (deployment)
  • ChatGPT + CodeGuide (planning)

Outcome: Technology stack optimized for AI-assisted development.

References

The Way of Code Inspiration based on Lao Tzu (by Rick Rubin with Anthropic)

12 Rules to Vibe Code Without Frustration Article

AI App MVP Prompt Template

All in one SaaS startup prompt (posted on X)

app.base44.com Platform for creating apps with built-in databases, authentication, analytics, storage, AI integrations, and a wide range of third-party connectors.

Final Result: 🏆 Production-ready MVP delivered in weeks using modern AI tools and efficient development practices.