Vibe Coding Cheatsheet for Neurodivergent Developers

This reference provides robust prompts designed for developers who may experience ADHD, autism, giftedness, CPTSD, or burnout. These prompts help maintain flow state while coding and accommodate various cognitive styles.

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Project Setup & Architecture

Initial Project Structure

Create a clear, organized [React/Next.js/Node.js] project structure with visual separation between components

Design a predictable architecture for [feature] with consistent patterns I can follow throughout

Set up a TypeScript project with helpful error messages and autocomplete support

Database & API Design

Design a database schema for [feature] with clear documentation for each relationship

Create a RESTful API with consistent naming patterns and predictable responses

Set up GraphQL schema with strong typing that will help prevent errors later

Authentication & Security

Implement JWT authentication with step-by-step error handling for each possible failure point

Add input validation that provides clear, specific error messages for users

Create a role-based access system with visual indicators of current permission level

Flow State Maintenance

Breaking Down Complex Tasks

Let's implement this feature in small, completable chunks that each take less than 30 minutes

Create a minimal working version of [feature], then we'll enhance it one capability at a time

Help me identify the smallest possible first step for implementing [feature]

Handling Overwhelm

Simplify this code to reduce cognitive load while maintaining functionality

Refactor this function into smaller, single-purpose functions with descriptive names

Create a visual map of how these components interact so I can see the whole system

Focus Assistance

Add clear comments that will help me remember what this code does when I return to it

Generate a checklist of remaining tasks for this feature so I can track progress

Help me create a time-boxed plan for implementing this feature in manageable sessions

Frontend Development

Component Design

Create a visually structured component with clear separation between sections

Implement this UI with consistent spacing and alignment that reduces visual noise

Design a responsive layout that maintains visual stability across screen sizes

State Management

Set up state management with clear visual feedback for each state change

Implement form validation that provides immediate, specific feedback

Create a custom hook that handles loading states with visual indicators

Accessibility Focus

Add proper keyboard navigation with visual focus indicators

Ensure this component works with screen readers and has appropriate ARIA attributes

Implement color contrast that meets WCAG standards and reduces visual strain

Backend Development

API Implementation

Create middleware that provides detailed, helpful error messages

Implement pagination with clear visual indicators of current position

Set up logging that makes it easy to trace request flow through the system

Error Handling

Add comprehensive error handling with specific, actionable error messages

Implement graceful fallbacks for each potential failure point

Create a consistent error response format that makes debugging easier

Testing & Validation

Generate tests that verify each step of this process works independently

Implement input validation with clear feedback about what's wrong and how to fix it

Set up automated tests that can run in small batches to avoid overwhelming output

Debugging Assistance

Error Analysis

This error occurs when [description]. Break down what's happening step by step

Explain this error message in plain language and suggest possible solutions

Help me trace the flow of data through this function to find where it's breaking

Visual Debugging

Add console.log statements at key points with visually distinct formatting

Generate a visual representation of this data structure so I can understand it better

Create a flowchart of this algorithm to help me see where the logic is failing

Pattern Recognition

Identify any patterns in these errors that might indicate a systemic issue

Compare this working code with the broken code and highlight key differences

Help me understand the underlying principle that's causing these similar bugs

Reflection & Learning

Knowledge Building

Explain how this [concept/pattern] works using analogies and visual examples

Break down this complex concept into smaller, more digestible parts

Help me understand this implementation by connecting it to concepts I already know

Documentation

Create clear documentation for this function with examples of inputs and outputs

Generate a README that explains this project's structure and how components relate

Document this API with examples that show exactly how to use each endpoint

Accommodating Different Cognitive Styles

For Processing Differences

Explain this again using a different approach - visual/spatial rather than sequential

Break this down into concrete steps rather than abstract concepts

Help me understand this by connecting it to a real-world example I can visualize

For Executive Function Support

Create a checklist for implementing this feature with clear stopping points

Help me prioritize these tasks based on dependencies and complexity

Set up a structured approach for this task with clear transitions between steps

For Sensory Considerations

Simplify this UI to reduce visual complexity while maintaining functionality

Refactor this code to improve readability with consistent formatting and spacing

Create a color scheme that reduces eye strain and maintains clear visual hierarchy

Important Note

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