New Delhi, May 15 -- Last week, OpenAI agreed to acquire AI-based coding startup Windsurf for $3 billion-underlining just how prominent the "vibe coding" trend has become, especially among startups targeting enterprise software. In India, too, the space is buzzing with activity as young firms rush to build intuitive, AI-powered developer tools. But are enterprises buying in? Mint explains.

Vibe coding is an emerging programming philosophy that blends artificial intelligence with traditional development, offering developers a more intuitive, prompt-driven experience. Unlike earlier low-code/no-code (LCNC) tools that often eliminate the need for coding altogether, vibe coding retains the power of full-stack programming while simplifying wo...