kōd ˈhamər
1. A code hammer is a developer/engineer who is very good at solving very specific problems, but is otherwise unable to help with the development process due to either a lack of vision, a lack of interest, or is just overwhelmed by the scope of a project.
2. A code hammer is a developer/engineer who helps their dumbest friend solve problems they should really know how
to solve themselves.
1. A code hammer is a developer/engineer who is very good at solving very specific problems, but is otherwise unable to help with the development process due to either a lack of vision, a lack of interest, or is just overwhelmed by the scope of a project.
2. A code hammer is a developer/engineer who helps their dumbest friend solve problems they should really know how
to solve themselves.
My buddy Josh is a real "code hammer" I give him a task and he solves it no problem; but I ask for ideas on the project and he's all shoulders.
by MrGaud August 28, 2022
Get the Code Hammermug. Anyone who watches minecraft porn, and anyone who witnesses it, shall cleanse their eyes with the Holiest of water.
Joshua: "Bret, what the fuck are you doing watching minecraft porn?"
Bret: "I have no fucking clue what you're talking about"
Joshua: "You've broken Bro Code #999, now I shall cleanse my eyes with holy water."
Bret: "I have no fucking clue what you're talking about"
Joshua: "You've broken Bro Code #999, now I shall cleanse my eyes with holy water."
by TheGameFreak326 June 17, 2019
Get the Bro Code #999mug. The layman's gateway into the world of software development.
The term was coined by Andrej Karpathy in February 2025, presumably influenced by similar Gen Z-esque terms such as 'Vibecession', where 'vibe' presumably refers to the fact you can code based on how you feel, rather than what you know.
While LLMs have always assisted people with coding, it is largely thanks to the introduction of AI-powered IDEs such as VSCode, Cursor.sh and Windsurf that have made vibe coding into a real thing. These IDEs feature an AI agent that will pretty much build your entire project for you. Because of this, anyone, even an 8 year-old kid, can have the means to create sophisticated software.
While vibe coding is here to stay, it certainly has no place in enterprise environments. Think of it like this: vibe coding is like shooting in auto mode on your DSLR, as opposed to manual mode. It might take some good photos, but to rely on it for professional work is like opening pandora's box. Even for individual projects, it is better to first understand the basics and best practices of coding, and then rely on vibe coding. That way you can independently evaluate the quality/relevance of the code being generated.
The term was coined by Andrej Karpathy in February 2025, presumably influenced by similar Gen Z-esque terms such as 'Vibecession', where 'vibe' presumably refers to the fact you can code based on how you feel, rather than what you know.
While LLMs have always assisted people with coding, it is largely thanks to the introduction of AI-powered IDEs such as VSCode, Cursor.sh and Windsurf that have made vibe coding into a real thing. These IDEs feature an AI agent that will pretty much build your entire project for you. Because of this, anyone, even an 8 year-old kid, can have the means to create sophisticated software.
While vibe coding is here to stay, it certainly has no place in enterprise environments. Think of it like this: vibe coding is like shooting in auto mode on your DSLR, as opposed to manual mode. It might take some good photos, but to rely on it for professional work is like opening pandora's box. Even for individual projects, it is better to first understand the basics and best practices of coding, and then rely on vibe coding. That way you can independently evaluate the quality/relevance of the code being generated.
Example 1: Most startup businesses these days heavily rely on vibe coding to launch their first SaaS. (not recommended tho)
Example 2: Julian, an 8-year old boy, vibe coded his own J.A.R.V.I.S. assistant as an homage to his favorite superhero.
Example 3: "Bro did you hear? Alex vibe coded his way into a systems integration engineering career." ... "Yikes."
Example 2: Julian, an 8-year old boy, vibe coded his own J.A.R.V.I.S. assistant as an homage to his favorite superhero.
Example 3: "Bro did you hear? Alex vibe coded his way into a systems integration engineering career." ... "Yikes."
by Mary Mary Quite The Contrarian June 5, 2025
Get the Vibe Codingmug. developers coding
by Apaoapaeowiskwiaow. February 21, 2022
Get the Codingmug. Computer program code, generally written by a person whos ego has the gravitational pull of the sun, that once read causes the reviewer to want to rip out their own insides.
A example of Vogon Poetry Code would be:
$id = 0;
while (!$id || mysql_error()) {
$id = rand(1, 10000000);
mysql_query("INSERT INTO `table` (id) VALUES ('".$id."'");
}
$id = 0;
while (!$id || mysql_error()) {
$id = rand(1, 10000000);
mysql_query("INSERT INTO `table` (id) VALUES ('".$id."'");
}
by EnglishMouse October 3, 2012
Get the Vogon Poetry Codemug. Fries Before Guys Bitch
1. Don't ever go after your friend's ex. This rule is so well known, yet broken so often and is the reason most friendships unfortunately end. You're supposed to hate her ex, not date her ex.
2. If your friend tells you something in confidence, it is your job to not go blabbing it out to the entire world.
3. No matter how close you are with a girl, if you are out and see this girl is too intoxicated and can't control herself, and is alone, you make it your job to get her water and keep her safe. You would want someone to do the same if you were in this position.
4. If a girl needs a tampon and you have a tampon—help her out. We all know how that situation feels.
5. If your friend asks how her outfit/hair/makeup etc. looks, BE HONEST. If your friend goes to you wearing bright blue eyeshadow, I would save her the embarrassment of going out and mortifying herself by telling her to maybe tone it down a little.
IF ANY GUY IS READING THIS YOU SHALL BE PUNISHED. Unless you’re extremely attractive.
1. Don't ever go after your friend's ex. This rule is so well known, yet broken so often and is the reason most friendships unfortunately end. You're supposed to hate her ex, not date her ex.
2. If your friend tells you something in confidence, it is your job to not go blabbing it out to the entire world.
3. No matter how close you are with a girl, if you are out and see this girl is too intoxicated and can't control herself, and is alone, you make it your job to get her water and keep her safe. You would want someone to do the same if you were in this position.
4. If a girl needs a tampon and you have a tampon—help her out. We all know how that situation feels.
5. If your friend asks how her outfit/hair/makeup etc. looks, BE HONEST. If your friend goes to you wearing bright blue eyeshadow, I would save her the embarrassment of going out and mortifying herself by telling her to maybe tone it down a little.
IF ANY GUY IS READING THIS YOU SHALL BE PUNISHED. Unless you’re extremely attractive.
Girl One; Who’s Stacy dating?
Girl Two; Your Ex
Girl one; she broke girl code
Girl Two; Damn.. follow her on tiktok @yousostupet
Girl Two; Your Ex
Girl one; she broke girl code
Girl Two; Damn.. follow her on tiktok @yousostupet
by AHOTGIRLNAMEDJOCELYN February 17, 2020
Get the Girl Codemug. by anonymous October 29, 2025
Get the Code Dariusmug.