Vibe-coded solutions arrive for problems nobody has
A new app developed by the Boss is being mandated for installation on company phones, despite skepticism from employees. The app is claimed to utilize AI to assist employees in finding resources within the workplace. However, the employees question its practicality and the Boss's approach to development, which they describe as 'vibe-coding.'
- ▪The Boss has created an app that is supposed to save money and improve workplace efficiency.
- ▪Employees are doubtful about the app's functionality and the Boss's coding methods.
- ▪The app is intended to help new employees locate resources like paper for printers.
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(function() { let windowUrl = window.location.href; windowUrl = windowUrl.substring(windowUrl.indexOf('?') + 1); let messageElement = document.querySelector('.shareableMessage'); if (windowUrl && windowUrl.includes('code') && windowUrl.includes('expires')) { messageElement.style.display = 'block'; } })(); BOFH Vibe-coded solutions arrive for problems nobody has The Boss gives common sense an AI wrapper Simon Travaglia Simon Travaglia Published fri 22 May 2026 // 11:00 UTC EPISODE 10 Sigh.The Boss has written an app and is quite pleased with himself. The higher-ups are even more pleased because it apparently saves us money. They're so pleased, in fact, they're mandating that it be installed on Company phones.
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