I “Vibe Coded” Using Cursor (No Code Required)
Last Updated on February 12, 2026 by Editorial Team
Author(s): Adi Insights and Innovations
Originally published on Towards AI.
I “Vibe Coded” Using Cursor (No Code Required)
Andrej Karpathy’s new philosophy changes everything. Here is how I built a RAG app by just talking to my computer.

The article discusses the concept of “Vibe Coding,” introduced by Andrej Karpathy, which allows developers to create applications using natural language instead of traditional coding syntax. The author shares their experience building a Private RAG app using Cursor, reflecting on how this approach simplifies the coding process, enhances user experience, and emphasizes the importance of product ideation over technical syntax. The article also outlines the step-by-step process and components involved in creating the app, ultimately highlighting how this method can redefine the roles of developers in the future.
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