Can a newbie really vibe code an app? I tried Cursor and Replit to find out

I'm not a programmer, but I tried four vibe coding tools to see if I could build anything at all on my own. Here's what I did and did not accomplish.
Visual Studio Magazine

Hands On: Testing Cursor, Windsurf and VS Code on Text-to-Website Generation

A hands-on comparison shows how Cursor, Windsurf, and Visual Studio Code approach text-to-website generation differently once ...
Visual Studio Magazine

What a Difference a VS Code Fork Makes: Antigravity, Cursor and Windsurf Compared

VS Code forks like Cursor, Windsurf, and Google Antigravity may share a common foundation, but hands-on testing shows they ...
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I can’t program at all. My first Vibe coding experiment went shockingly well

After a few minor setbacks, I was able to build a custom website in no time.
CNET

Build a Strength Training Workout Program That Will Make 2026 Your Strongest Year

I'm a Fitness & Nutrition writer for CNET who enjoys reviewing the latest fitness gadgets, testing out activewear and sneakers, as well as debunking wellness/fitness myths. In my free time I enjoy ...
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No code, all vibes: 6 vibe coding tips I learned from building apps with just words

No Code, All Vibes: 6 Vibe Coding Tips I Learned From Building Apps With Just Words ...
CNET

You Can Still Get Free Security Updates For Your Windows 10 PC

Jason Chun is a CNET writer covering a range of topics in tech, home, wellness, finance and streaming services. He is passionate about language and technology, and has been an avid writer/reader of ...