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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:

  • Use 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.

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

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