Vibecoding isn't as fun as writing code by hand

The article argues that AI-assisted “vibecoding” can dramatically accelerate prototyping and unlock projects that would never get built by hand, but it often strips away the deeper satisfaction, learning, and craftsmanship that come from manual development. For CIOs and technology leaders, the strategic takeaway is that AI coding tools are best treated as a force multiplier for rapid experimentation and low-stakes internal use cases—not a full substitute for human engineering discipline, code quality, or long-term team skill development. IT organizations should expect faster time-to-value on certain projects, but also heightened risk of brittle software, reduced developer engagement, and weaker ownership if AI becomes the default development model.