a16z 5th Edition Pt. 4: No-Code, Just Vibes & the Top of the Class

Generative AI 101

Forget Python. The new software builders are riding high on vibes, drag, drop, done. In this episode, host Emily Laird breaks down “vibe coding,” the sticky magic of user retention, and the AI All‑Stars dominating the charts like it’s 2001 TRL. From ChatGPT to Cutout Pro, and yes, even JanitorAI (don’t ask), these are the tools you’ll be using even if you don’t know how they work.
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