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goosejuiceyesterday at 10:00 PM2 repliesview on HN

Let's say an NGO has done the work to formally specify a software product that would improve outcomes or people reached by I dunno 30%. They send out RFPs to a number of consultancies who provide a quote and guaranteed delivery meeting their specifications by the desired date. Only one fits in the budget, and by quite a margin. It's a consultancy that openly "vibe codes".

Should they hire them?

Yes the specification is holding a lot of weight here. Assume it's comprehensive and all consultancies offer the same aftercare support. Otherwise we're just handwaving and bike shedding over something that's not measurable.


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hn_acc1today at 12:51 AM

What's the vibe coder's track record? Have they been able to provide support / alterations for other projects for multiple years?

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i_love_retrostoday at 2:48 AM

Is the product anything more than a crud app? If so, no they should not hire them.

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