Development Methods Comparison

CriteriaTraditional ProgrammingLow-code PlatformsNo-code PlatformsVibe Coding
Required SkillsDeep knowledge of programming languages and frameworks.Basic programming knowledge; use of visual tools and templates.No programming knowledge required; uses graphical interfaces.Ability to articulate tasks in natural language; basic understanding of AI.
Development ProcessWriting code manually, testing, debugging.Using visual tools, configuring components, minimal coding.Drag-and-drop components, configuring settings via graphical interface.Describing tasks in natural language; AI generates and executes code.
Development SpeedLengthy: from several months to a year.Fast: from a few days to weeks.Very fast: from hours to days.Instant: from minutes to hours.
Flexibility & CustomizationHigh; can implement any requirements.Limited by platform capabilities; possible integrations.Limited to predefined templates and components.Depends on AI capabilities and accuracy of task descriptions.
PerformanceHigh; optimized code.Varies by platform; may have limitations.Can be limited; suitable for simple applications.Unpredictable; depends on generated code quality.
ScalabilityHigh; depends on app architecture.Usually supported; depends on platform.Limited; suitable for small projects.Unknown; depends on AI capabilities.
SecurityFully controlled by the developer.Depends on platform security measures.Depends on platform security; limited control.Uncertain; possible hidden vulnerabilities.
Maintenance & SupportRequires continuous attention and resources.Platform provides updates and support.Platform provides updates and support; minimal user effort required.Requires monitoring and possible intervention for AI-generated errors.
Development CostHigh; includes developer salaries and infrastructure.Medium; reduces development and maintenance costs.Low; minimal development costs.Uncertain; depends on AI service costs and necessary adjustments.
Target AudienceProfessional developers and companies with specific requirements.Business users with basic technical skills; companies seeking rapid development.Non-programmers; small businesses; individual users.Any user with an idea; requires AI interaction skills.

Notes:

  • Traditional Programming is ideal for projects requiring high performance, security, and custom solutions.
  • Low-code Platforms speed up development while allowing some customization and integration.
  • No-code Platforms are perfect for quickly creating simple applications without developers.
  • Vibe Coding is an emerging AI-driven approach where users describe their needs, and AI generates the code. It’s promising but still evolving.