The Vibe Coding Recovery:
How to Fix Your AI-Generated Software

The Reality of "Vibe-Heavy" Codebases

AI tools like Cursor and Replit Agent are fantastic for getting from zero to one. But they often take architectural shortcuts that a human developer never would. They might duplicate entire functions rather than refactoring, or worse, ignore critical security protocols just to "make the UI work."

As an experienced programmer with 30 years in the field, I’ve seen this pattern before. It’s the modern version of legacy technical debt—except it’s accumulated in weeks instead of years. The good news? Most of these issues are solvable without throwing everything away.

My Process: Predictable, Transparent, and Reliable

For massive, complex enterprise systems, it might be better to start from scratch. However, for simple to moderately complex applications and websites, I can typically stabilize the ship and get it working reliably for around $500.

I don't believe in hidden fees or moving targets. My workflow is designed to be as solid as the code I write:

• Free Initial Assessment: I review your project and provide a ballpark estimate at no cost to you.
• Detailed Final Estimate: Once you give me the go-ahead, I provide a final, comprehensive estimate of the work required.
• Guaranteed Delivery: Once the final estimate is accepted, I complete the work—always on time and always on or under budget.

What You Get for a Stabilized Build

When I take over a vibe-coded project, I’m not just "patching" it; I’m turning it into professional software. This includes:

• Security Hardening: I audit the code against the OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities.
• Refactoring: I remove code duplication and "churn" that leads to long-term maintenance nightmares.
• Architectural Review: I ensure the logic is deliberate and documented, so you aren't one edge case away from a crash.

The difference is simple: you transition from a codebase held together by "vibes" to one backed by 30 years of experience. If something breaks in two years, I can debug it because I actually understand the architecture I've built.