The Mindset You Need to Be a Successful Vibe Coder
A conversation with Mike Bird, AI Engineering Lead @ BoxOne Ventures
Join Marcelo and Mike Bird, AI Engineering Lead at BoxOne Ventures and host of Tool Use, as they dive into what it really takes to thrive as a vibe coder. They’ll talk about the mindset shifts needed to work productively with AI tools, how to avoid common pitfalls, and what separates hobby projects from apps that actually ship. Along the way, Mike shares his perspective from building with AI every day and helping others discover the tools that make a difference.
Key Topics Covered
- The mindset shift from traditional coding to vibe coding with AI.
- Common mistakes vibe coders make and how to avoid them.
- The habits and practices that help vibe coders ship real apps.
- How to choose and work effectively with different AI tools.
- The future of vibe coding and what skills will matter most.
Resources to Check Out
About the Guest
Mike Bird, AI Engineering Lead @ BoxOne Ventures
Mike Bird is the AI Engineering Lead at BoxOne Ventures, where he’s building an AI-driven investment platform to help discover and support founders. He’s also the creator and host of Tool Use, a weekly podcast spotlighting practical AI tools that make a real difference in how we work and build.
About the Host
Marcelo Lewin, Founder @ iCodeWith.ai
Marcelo is the founder of iCodeWith.ai. He has 30+ years of experience in the tech industry. He's a Vibe Coder Advocate, passionate about helping non-developers build apps using AI. Prior to launching iCodeWith.ai, Marcelo founded several other startups and held roles at companies like Toyota, NBC, Cigna, J.F. Shea, and Walt Disney Imagineering.