The 'vibe coding' mind virus, as some people call it, has spread from basic web applications to complex video games, and now into the high-stakes world of blockchain and cryptocurrency.

Capturing devs and non-devs' attention across industries, this approach lets anyone leverage AI to generate code from natural language prompts.

Take a look at this full-blown video game making north of $50k a month, made entirely by vibe coding:

Game - Fly.pieter.com by @levelsio

What's Up with Vibe Coding in Crypto

At Audita Security, we've witnessed firsthand how developers increasingly rely on AI assistants to draft smart contracts that may eventually control millions in digital assets.

It's happening, and we can't fight it. But if you're going to do it, might as well do it properly!

While vibe coding streamlines development workflows, the critical nature of smart contract security demands a thoughtful approach to this new paradigm.

There are certain practises you can employ, which will reduce the risks involved with vibe coding smart contracts.

As a security firm, it is our duty to share our opinion and advice on the matter:

Successful Vibe Coding Means Choosing Your Battles

When it comes to vibe coding smart contracts, success rates increase dramatically when you address problems with already established solutions.

AI code generators excel at things already found on GitHub, Stack Overflow, and other developer resources.

A clear advantage: vibe coding becomes remarkably effective for implementing standard token mechanics, common DeFi protocols, or typical NFT functionality.

HOWEVER, when venturing into novel territory requiring innovative and creative approaches, the reliability of AI-generated solutions decreases.

Before trusting your project to vibe coding, consider: Has this problem been solved before? Are there battle-tested implementations already deployed on mainnet? If so, your AI companion will likely serve you well—but its creation will still require a rigorous smart contract security audit.

Source: Reddit

The 3 Most Essential Rules to Follow If You're Vibe Coding in Crypto

Rule #1: Choose Your Stack Wisely

AI excels at generating code in popular languages and frameworks with extensive online presence.

Solidity for Ethereum and EVM-compatible chains, Rust for Solana, or Move for Sui and Aptos will yield better results than obscure or experimental languages.

Similarly, widely-used libraries like OpenZeppelin for Solidity generally produce more secure code than custom implementations.

If your crypto project requires genuine innovation or complex edge cases, we recommend speaking first with experienced blockchain developers.

Once you have a clear architectural vision, leverage AI for implementation—but remember that every line of vibe-coded smart contract must undergo a thorough security audit before deployment.

Your users' funds depend on rigorous smart contract security practices.

Rule #2: Don't Leave Your Prompt to the Vibe

The quality of vibe-coded smart contracts directly correlates with the quality of your prompt.

Don't ask what AI can do for you; ask what you can do for AI to help it better understand you.

Be extremely specific about desired functionality. Instead of requesting "a staking contract," detail exact parameters: lockup periods, reward distribution mechanisms, withdrawal conditions, emergency function..

⛊ Think in terms of edge cases and all the possible scenarios.

⛊ Provide links to recent documentation of the protocols you're integrating with, as blockchain standards evolve rapidly.

⛊ When possible, reference existing implementations you admire: 'I want something similar to Compound's interest rate model, but with these specific modifications...'

⛊ For complex DeFi mechanisms, consider providing pseudocode or flowcharts. Just as you'd provide reference images when designing a UI, give your AI clear examples of what you're trying to achieve in your smart contract architecture.

⛊ Always subject the resulting code to a detailed security audit.

No matter how precise your instructions or impressive the output, vibe-coded smart contracts should never handle user funds without expert verification from security researchers.

Rule #3: Implement Disciplined Version Control

In smart contract development, meticulous version control isn't just good practice—it's essential security infrastructure.

Source: Reddit

Establish a disciplined git workflow from the beginning. Create separate branches for experimental features, document AI prompts in commit messages, and maintain clear tags for versions undergoing security reviews.

Tools like Claude Code can help streamline this process by generating appropriate commit messages based on code changes.

For smart contracts specifically, tracking the progression of security-critical components is vital.

• Which version of your access control mechanism passed the smart contract security audit?

• How has your token transfer logic evolved since the last formal verification?

• Without robust version control, answering these questions becomes nearly impossible—potentially leading to devastating vulnerabilities when deployments mix audited and unaudited code.

Without robust version control, answering these questions becomes nearly impossible—potentially leading to devastating vulnerabilities when deployments mix audited and unaudited code.

Can We Prioritize Security in the Vibe Coding Era?

It must remain the highest priority.

It WILL remain an investment that repays itself.

To be safe - instruct your AI assistant to use conservative approaches—preferring well-audited libraries over novel implementations and explicit security checks over implicit assumptions.

At Audita Security, we've seen how something seemingly small can lead to drains and disappointments.

The cryptocurrency ecosystem depends on trust. Users entrust their assets to smart contracts assuming these systems have been meticulously engineered and verified.

By all means, explore the productivity benefits of AI — but never forget that in crypto, code is law.

STAY SAFU

Audita's Team