Same tools, different discipline.
Direct answer
Vibe coding is prompting an AI and going with whatever works, often without reading the code. Agentic coding is directing an AI agent that plans, edits files and runs tests while you set clear goals, constraints and review the results. Vibe coding suits prototypes. Agentic coding with review suits real products.
Comparison
| Vibe coding | Agentic coding | |
|---|---|---|
| Mindset | "does it look right?" | "does it meet the spec and tests?" |
| Review | light | thorough |
| Tests | rare | central |
| Best for | prototypes, experiments | production work |
| Risk | hidden bugs and security gaps | slower, needs skill |
A middle path
Start by vibe coding a prototype. Then switch to agentic habits: write tests, review changes, and understand what ships.
Where Teyro fits
Teyro's Working with AI Coding Agents course turns this into short lessons you can play in a few minutes a day. It has 60 lessons, and you can start free.
The bottom line
Speed is great. Understanding what ships is better.
