Andrew Ng launches a course on Vibe Coding

n a thrilling announcement, DeepLearning.AI, in collaboration with AI pioneer Andrew Ng, has launched a new free short course titled "Vibe Coding 101 with Replit".

This course aims to teach learners how to build and deploy applications using Replit’s agentic AI coding tools, while introducing a structured approach to "vibe coding"—a term popularized by former OpenAI researcher Andrej Karpathy.

Andrew Ng himself shared the news, emphasizing how coding agents are revolutionizing development workflows.

Coding agents are changing how we write code. "Vibe coding" refers to a growing practice where you might barely look at the generated code, and instead focus on the architecture and features of your application - Andrew Ng.

A Personal Take from Andrew Ng

Ng, who founded DeepLearning.AI in 2017, offered a glimpse into his own experience:"I code frequently using LLMs, and asking an LLM to do everything in one shot usually does not work.

I’ll typically take a problem, partition it into manageable modules, spend time creating prompts to specify each module, and use the model to produce the code one module at a time, and test/debug each module before moving on.

A process like this is making me and many other developers faster and more efficient."This course distills that process, offering learners a practical framework to harness AI agents effectively.

What’s the Course About?

Spanning 1 hour and 34 minutes, this video-only course dives into Replit’s cloud environment—complete with an integrated code editor, package manager, and deployment tools—to build and deploy web applications. Learners will create two projects:  

Website Performance Analyzer Prototype: Craft a product requirement document (PRD) and wireframe, then guide the AI agent to build and refine a visually appealing prototype for deployment.  

National Park Ranking App: Develop a head-to-head ranking app with voting capabilities and persistent data storage, using a sample dataset, and refine it by asking the agent to explain and improve the build.

The course introduces a "five skill framework" for vibe coding:  

Thinking: Structuring ideas for AI collaboration.  

Using Frameworks: Leveraging tools and libraries.  

Checkpoints: Tracking progress systematically.  

Debugging: Troubleshooting with AI support.  

Providing Context: Crafting precise prompts for the agent.

Ng highlights key principles of agentic code development, including being precise, assigning one task at a time, keeping projects organized, starting fresh sessions for new features, and approaching debugging methodically.

Who’s Teaching It?

The course is led by:  

Michele Catasta, President of Replit, bringing strategic and technical expertise.  

Matt Palmer, Head of Developer Relations at Replit, offering practical insights into the platform.

Together, they’ll guide learners through the art of vibe coding—where the focus shifts from nitty-gritty code to high-level architecture and features, powered by AI.

Who’s It For?

While open to all, DeepLearning.AI notes that some coding experience and familiarity with prompting large language models (LLMs) will help learners maximize the course.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned developer, you’ll walk away with a solid foundation in AI-assisted coding and a repeatable process for vibe coding success.

Why It Matters

"Vibe Coding 101 with Replit" reflects a broader trend of AI transforming how we code. As Ng explains, it’s not about blindly accepting AI output but about refining your approach to work smarter and faster.

This launch follows DeepLearning.AI’s recent collaboration with Windsurf for another free AI-coding course, underscoring their commitment to accessible, cutting-edge education. With over 50 free short courses, the platform continues to empower learners in generative AI, machine learning, and beyond.

Key Takeaways

By the end, you’ll:  

Master Replit’s tools to build and deploy web apps.  

Understand how to break projects into modules, refine prompts, and debug systematically.  

Gain confidence in using AI agents to bring your ideas to life.

How to Join

Ready to vibe code like Andrew Ng? The course is available now on DeepLearning.AI’s platform—free of charge. Sign up today to explore the future of coding and build your next project with AI magic!