Vibe Coding is the new RAD (TLP 2026w3)

In this episode, I dive into the "Vibe Coding" phenomenon and why it’s essentially the modern rebirth of Rapid Application Development (RAD). Drawing parallels between the drag-and-drop era of Visual Basic in the 90s and today’s AI-driven natural language prompts, I explore how the core DNA of software development remains the same: prioritizing speed, prototyping, and abstraction over rigid planning. I’ll break down the shared strengths of these approaches like their "Anti-Waterfall" nature, while confronting the familiar pitfalls of "spaghetti code" and unmaintainable architectures. Whether you’re a "grey-haired" veteran or a new developer, join me to see why Vibe Coding isn’t a threat to your career, but rather the latest, most powerful iteration of a cycle we’ve seen before. Show notes are here: https://techleader.pro/a/723-Vibe-Coding-is-the-new-RAD-(TLP-2026w3) Keywords: Vibe Coding, Rapid Application Development, RAD, AI software engineering, history of programming, Visual Basic vs AI, Agile vs RAD, future of software development, AI coding tools, natural language programming, spaghetti code AI, software prototyping, creative director coding, tech industry trends 2026, grey haired coder.