Master AI-Powered Coding
Learn to code with AI assistance through 28 structured competencies
VibeCodingTutor teaches you how to effectively communicate with AI to build real projects. Step-by-step workflows guide you from beginner to expert in "vibe coding".
Before You Start
- Coding Environment: Know how to work with online environments (GitHub Codespaces) or desktop IDEs (VS Code, Cursor)
- Basic Programming: Not required, but helpful for understanding AI-generated code faster
- AI API Key: You'll need an API key from Claude, OpenAI, Gemini, or Zhipu
VS Code Extension
Install our extension in VS Code or Cursor for the full development experience.
- Works offline
- Full VS Code integration
- Local file management
- 28 lesson folders auto-created
- Focus mode for learning
Online Version
Use VibeCodingTutor directly in your browser with our Monaco-based editor.
- No installation required
- Cloud-synced progress
- Access from any device
- AI tutor built-in
- Same 28 competency curriculum
About VibeCodingTutor
VibeCodingTutor is an educational platform designed to teach the emerging skill of "vibe coding" - the art of effectively communicating with AI assistants to build software. As AI becomes an integral part of modern development workflows, knowing how to prompt, iterate, and collaborate with AI is becoming as essential as traditional programming skills.
Our curriculum is built on research-backed competencies that cover everything from writing your first prompt to designing complex AI-assisted architectures. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced developer looking to level up your AI skills, VibeCodingTutor provides structured guidance with hands-on practice.
Make AI-assisted coding accessible and teachable through structured learning paths.
28 competencies with step-by-step workflows, examples, and practice exercises.
Become proficient in collaborating with AI to build real-world projects efficiently.
About the Creator
Prof. Xiangen HU
Creator & Principal Investigator
Distinguished Professor at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Professor Emeritus at University of Memphis. Pioneer in intelligent tutoring systems, discourse analysis, and AI-powered education.
Why VibeCodingTutor?
Structured Curriculum
28 competencies organized into Core, Extended, and Ultimate levels with clear prerequisites.
Step-by-Step Workflows
Each lesson has detailed workflows with examples, tips, and practice exercises.
AI Tutor (Claude AI)
Get personalized help, prompt analysis, code generation, and debugging assistance powered by Claude AI.
Prompt Wizard
Learn to craft effective prompts with our guided prompt builder tool.
Adaptive Scaffolding
The system adjusts support based on your skill level - from hand-holding to expert mode.
Track Progress
Monitor your journey through all 28 competencies with visual progress tracking.
KSA-Based Evaluation
Every lesson measures your Knowledge, Skill, and Ability with quantitative rubrics
Knowledge
Understand concepts, terminology, and principles of AI-assisted coding
Skill
Apply vibe coding techniques effectively to real coding tasks
Ability
Transfer and adapt techniques to new situations and challenges
You'll Be Evaluated On Three Artifacts
Projects
Functional code generated through AI prompting. Graded on functionality, completeness, quality, and security.
Prompts
Your complete prompt history. Graded on clarity, specificity, iteration quality, and efficiency.
Notes
Written reflections and documentation. Graded on understanding, reflection, and organization.
"How Well Am I Doing?"
Check your progress at any time during a lesson. Get real-time K, S, A scores with specific recommendations for improvement. Auto-checks every 3 prompts keep you on track.
Earn Certificates
Core Certified
Complete C1-C6 with 70%+ average
Extended Certified
Complete C1-E10 with 75%+ average
Ultimate Master
Complete all 28 with 80%+ average
Choose Your AI Provider
VibeCodingTutor supports multiple AI providers. You can choose the one that works best for you:
Claude is fully tested with all 28 competencies and is our recommended choice. All providers work with the same curriculum - the skills you learn transfer across all AI assistants.
28 Competencies Across 3 Levels
Progress from writing your first prompt to mastering AI-assisted development
Core (C1-C6)
Foundations: Prompts, parsing, verification, refinement, errors, scope
Extended (E1-E10)
Advanced: Multi-turn, testing, debugging, patterns, documentation
Ultimate (U1-U12)
Mastery: Architecture, workflows, QA, ethics, teaching, innovation
Step-by-Step Lesson Workflows
Each lesson includes detailed guidance. Select a competency to preview:
Select a competency above to see its workflow