What is Anti-Vibe Coding?

Anti-Vibe Coding is a free, open-source Claude Code skill that enforces a disciplined 7-phase software engineering workflow inspired by Fabio Akita's method. It transforms AI-assisted development from unstructured 'vibe coding' into a rigorous process with mandatory phases: isolation, architecture, business rules, testing-first, implementation, CI/CD, and deployment.

What is vibe coding and why is it a problem?

Vibe coding is an approach where developers throw prompts at AI, accept whatever code comes back, and hope it works in production. This leads to code without tests, no planning or context, and rapid accumulation of technical debt. Anti-Vibe Coding solves this by enforcing structured phases where you plan, document, test, and only then code.

What are the 7 phases of Anti-Vibe Coding?

The 7 mandatory phases are: (1) Isolation — set up secure VM/environments, (2) Architecture — create spec.md defining stack and database, (3) Business Rules — map user journeys and scenarios, (4) Testing-First — generate tests before any code, (5) Implementation — AI's only job is to make tests pass, (6) CI/CD & Quality — automated test runs and vulnerability checks, (7) Deploy & MVP — simple infrastructure focused on a functional MVP.

How do I install Anti-Vibe Coding?

Install Anti-Vibe Coding with a single command: npx github:madeinlowcode/anti-vibe-coding. It works on Windows, Mac, and Linux, requires Claude Code, is open source (MIT license), has no dependencies, and takes about 5 minutes to set up.

Who created the Akita Method for AI coding?

The methodology was popularized by Fabio Akita, a well-known Brazilian software engineer. His approach applies traditional software engineering concepts to AI-assisted development in a disciplined way. The golden rule is: 'The Developer delivers the Skeleton, the AI delivers the Body' — meaning the developer handles planning and architecture while the AI handles implementation within a tightly scoped specification.

Claude Code Skill

Stop vibe coding.
Start engineering.

Bring the discipline of Software Engineering to your AI. Inspired by Fabio Akita's method, we enforce a 7-phase workflow: from rigorous specs to test-driven implementation. No more guessing, just engineering.

Install Command

$ npx github:madeinlowcode/anti-vibe-coding

Install Now See Phases

The Problem

Vibe coding is a casino

Inspired by the methodology popularized by Fabio Akita, we reject the "feeling-oriented" approach. In the casino of vibe coding, the house always wins. In engineering, we control the outcome.

Without discipline

You throw a prompt, accept whatever comes back, pray it works in production.

• No context or planning
• Code without tests
• Technical debt accumulates

With discipline

You plan, document, test, then code. Every line has a purpose.

• Clear requirements first
• Tests before implementation
• Intentional architecture

The Workflow

7 phases. No shortcuts.

Each phase is mandatory. The skill won't let you proceed until you've completed the current phase with intention and care.

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Comparison

Same prompt. Different results.

Vibe Coding

Without Skill

User: Create a login form AI: Sure! Here's a login form: <form> <input type="text" /> <input type="password" /> <button>Login</button> </form> No validation. No error handling. No accessibility. No tests. Where did this code come from? What does it do? Who knows!

Anti-Vibe Coding

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How It Works

The dev thinks. The AI codes.

Inspired by Akita's methodology, Anti-Vibe Coding turns Claude Code from a code generator into a professional partner. Stop "feeling-oriented" programming: start with architecture, map journeys, and only then let the AI code—driven by tests, not vibes.

Live Session

Anti-Vibe: Welcome! What's your experience level? a) Beginner - Never used Claude Code b) Intermediate - Used it a few times c) Advanced - Daily user User: b Anti-Vibe: Great! Starting Phase 1: Isolation ✓ Create feature branch: feature/login-form ✓ Set up isolated test environment ✓ Document requirements in specs.md Current phase: 1/7 Status: In Progress Ready to proceed to Phase 2? [Y/n] User: Y Anti-Vibe: Phase 2: Planning Define scope: - Login form with email/password - Client-side validation (required, email format) - Error messages for invalid input - Accessibility (WCAG AA compliant) - Responsive design (mobile-first) Acceptance criteria documented in specs.md. Ready for Phase 3: Documentation? [Y/n] User: Y Anti-Vibe: Phase 3: Documentation Creating technical spec... ## Architecture - React component with TypeScript - Form validation using Zod schema - Error state management ## Files to create: 1. LoginForm.tsx 2. LoginForm.test.tsx 3. loginForm.schema.ts Proceed to Phase 4: Testing? [Y/n]

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The Skeleton First

Don't generate code from thin air. Start with a rigorous spec.md that defines architecture, gems, and patterns before a single line of logic exists.

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Journey Mapping

Map business scenarios and user journeys first. The AI should only code what has a clear purpose and defined outcome.

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Testing-First, AI-Second

We force tests before implementation. The AI's only goal is to "make it pass," removing creative hallucinations and ensuring control.

Get Started

One command. Zero vibe coding.

npx github:madeinlowcode/anti-vibe-coding

Works on Windows, Mac, and Linux. Requires Claude Code.

Open source (MIT)

No dependencies

5 min setup

Stop vibe coding.Start engineering.