I Built 3 Apps in 3 Weeks Using Vibe Coding—Here's How

I Published 3 Apps in 3 Weeks Without Writing Code—Here's How Vibe Coding Changed Everything

I’ve been writing code for nearly a decade. So when I first heard about vibe coding, I’ll admit—I rolled my eyes. I mean, no-code tools have been around for a while, but building real, functional apps without writing a single line of code? That felt like hype. Still, curiosity got the better of me. I decided to dive in and see just how far I could take this whole “vibe coding” thing.

Three weeks later, I had published three apps to the App Store. No joke. No lines of code. Just a stack of seriously powerful tools, a new mindset, and a wild ride into the future of software development.

What Vibe Coding Really Means

For those who haven’t been vibing with the term yet, vibe coding is essentially programming through natural language. Instead of writing functions and debugging syntax errors, you describe what you want—via prompts, voice, or even documents—and AI turns it into code. It’s not about ditching the logic, it’s about focusing your energy on direction, design, and ideas.

For someone like me who’s been deep in the trenches of JavaScript, Swift, and Python, it was like waking up in a different timeline.

Step One: Find the Idea

Before I started building anything, I needed app ideas. That’s where Astro came in. This tool let me scan for low-competition keywords that still pull solid traffic—so I wasn’t just building apps for fun; I was targeting real user demand. Once I had the data, the ideas started flowing fast.

Step Two: Skip the Design Headache

Design is usually the most time-consuming part for me. So when I discovered UXPilot, I was floored. I typed in prompts, and it instantly generated UI flows and screens. I could even export everything into Figma or directly into Swift UI code. I didn’t touch Sketch or Figma once.

For my app store screenshots, I turned to AppScreens. It gave me clean, pro-level templates that I could tweak with just a few clicks. It even resized everything for multiple devices automatically. Honestly, it saved me hours.

Step Three: Building Without Coding

Cursor became my home base. I set it up with Swift syntax highlighting and used it to compile, simulate, and build everything. But here’s the kicker—I wasn’t writing any code in Cursor. I was just telling it what I wanted.

To make it even smoother, I used ChatGPT to write out requirements documents for each app. Then I pasted those into Cursor, and the magic happened. It started generating fully functional app logic based on my instructions. It felt surreal.

Step Four: Making the Apps Actually Work

Next up was integration. I used Zapier to automate workflows between tools. I’ve been a paying customer since 2018, and I still can’t get over how much time it saves. Their new MCP feature took things to another level—I could hook up Cursor to thousands of tools without worrying about sketchy third-party integrations or confusing setups.

For monetization, I integrated RevenueCat to manage paywalls. I didn’t code a thing—I just dropped instructions into my requirements doc, and Cursor handled the integration. RevenueCat’s new editor is slick, with plenty of customizable templates.

For analytics, I leaned on TelemetryDeck. It’s lightweight, powerful, and integrated perfectly with RevenueCat. I just told Cursor to track the essentials, and TelemetryDeck gave me all the data I needed to make smart decisions. Plus, their new acquisition dashboard? Chef’s kiss.

Step Five: Keeping It Safe

Even in a vibe-coded world, things can go sideways. That’s why I kept GitHub in my stack. Cursor has a restore function, but when AI starts spiraling out of control (and yes, it does), I want something solid. Git is that safety net.

I also used Monday.com to organize everything. I built a simple template for my vibe-coded apps with all the steps I needed—screenshots, features, analytics, you name it. It’s not glamorous, but it kept me focused.

Bonus Tool: Super Whisper

Now for the speed boost I didn’t know I needed—Super Whisper. It’s a voice-to-code tool that lets me speak instructions and have them turned into prompts for Cursor. It processes audio locally or in the cloud, and it’s fast. Until brain-computer interfaces go mainstream, this is the closest we’ve got to telepathic coding.

What I Learned

After three weeks and three apps, here’s my honest take: vibe coding isn’t just a cool experiment—it’s the next phase of software development. I’ve spent years teaching others how to code, and I still love the craft. But what vibe coding unlocks is speed. It reduces friction between ideas and execution. It gives creators like me the freedom to focus on vision, user experience, and business strategy.

No, the code isn’t always perfect. Sometimes I still hop into Xcode for tweaks. But 90% of the time? I’m guiding AI, not grinding syntax.

Vibe coding let me build faster, smarter, and with way less stress. I’m not ditching traditional dev work anytime soon—but I’m also not going back to doing it the hard way when I don’t have to.

Whether you're a seasoned coder or just someone with a killer app idea, vibe coding makes creation possible. No gatekeeping. No barriers. Just vibes.

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