Overview
Open Vibe is a free, open-source curriculum that turns supported Markdown-aware AI coding agents — including Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, OpenCode, or similar agents that can read files and run terminal commands — into a full-stack tutor that teaches you while you build real web applications. Instead of staring at slides or reading docs, the user copy-pastes a single curl command into the agent's chat, and the agent then walks them through building a production-grade SaaS step by step, explaining databases, authentication, deployment, and AI integrations along the way.
The product targets "vibe coders" — developers and aspiring founders who already use AI assistants but get stuck in the prompt-fix loop, burning API credits while shipping code they don't understand. Open Vibe's pitch is that the same agent that writes the code can also explain why the code works, if you give it the right curriculum. The curriculum is delivered as Markdown files the agent reads, plus interactive live diagrams that overlay on the running app to visualize architecture concepts.
Built by the team behind Wasp and Open SaaS, a free open-source SaaS boilerplate positioned as an alternative to paid SaaS starters that often cost hundreds of dollars, Open Vibe is MIT-licensed and uses a local project workflow. There is no Open Vibe signup or paid tier, and Open Vibe itself does not host the user's project. However, because the curriculum runs through the user's chosen AI coding agent, prompts and code context may still be processed by that agent provider according to its own privacy policy.
Key Features
- AI agent tutoring — Works with Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, OpenCode, and other Markdown-aware agents, turning the user's existing coding assistant into a structured tutor without locking the user into a specific provider.
- Two-phase curriculum — Phase 1 builds a full-stack task management app from a default Wasp template (Setup and Module 0 available; later modules covering data, styling, and app wiring marked Coming Soon). Phase 2 has the user build a SaaS on Open SaaS, a production-ready template with auth, payments, admin, email, and AI built in.
- Interactive live diagrams — Architecture diagrams overlay on the running application, so the user can see HTTP requests, database queries, and component trees in context rather than as abstract pictures.
- No signup, local project workflow — The curriculum is Markdown the agent fetches and follows while working in the user's project folder. No Open Vibe account, no hosted upload of project files. The chosen AI agent provider still applies its own data-handling rules to prompts and code context.
- Production-grade boilerplate — Phase 2 uses Open SaaS, which the Wasp team maintains and which includes authentication, payments, admin, email, and AI scaffolding.
- Progress tracking via JSON — The agent records progress in a local JSON file so it doesn't re-explain concepts the user has already mastered across sessions.
- MIT open source — The full curriculum and supporting code are MIT-licensed on GitHub (wasp-lang), so teams can fork and customize the tutoring path for internal onboarding.
How to Get Started
Open Vibe is designed to spin up in roughly five minutes if the user already has an AI agent installed:
- Install an AI coding agent — Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, or OpenCode are all officially supported. Bring an API key or subscription for the chosen agent.
- Open a terminal in an empty project folder — Open Vibe is meant to be the first thing in a fresh project so the agent can scaffold files cleanly.
- Paste the kickoff prompt — Send the agent this message:
I want to ship my app with Open Vibe. Run \curl -fsSL https://openvibe.sh/llms.txt\` and follow the instructions.` The agent fetches the curriculum manifest and takes it from there. - Pick a phase — Beginners start at Phase 1 (basics on a task management app). Developers who already understand basic web development can jump to Phase 2, which starts from Open SaaS and teaches the SaaS flow around auth, payments, admin, email, and AI.
- Build, ask, repeat — Whenever something is unclear, ask the agent to show a live diagram or explain a concept. The agent reads the relevant Markdown lesson and walks through it inline.
The course is structured for roughly 10 weeks at 6 hours per week, but the pace is whatever the user sets — there are no live sessions, deadlines, or instructor schedules.
Community & Ecosystem
Open Vibe sits inside the Wasp / Open SaaS ecosystem:
- GitHub — Source repos include
wasp-lang/open-vibefor the Open Vibe curriculum andwasp-lang/open-saasfor the SaaS template used by Phase 2. Both are MIT-licensed. - Discord and forums — Wasp has an active Discord community for help when the agent gets stuck. The Open SaaS template has its own docs site at docs.opensaas.sh.
- Wasp framework — The underlying full-stack framework that powers Open SaaS. Wasp generates the React frontend, Node backend, and Prisma database layer from a single declarative config, which is what makes the AI agent's edits coherent across stack layers.
- Contributions welcome — Because Open Vibe is just Markdown plus diagrams, contributors can submit lesson improvements or alternate curriculum tracks via pull request.
The MIT license also means teams can fork Open Vibe internally — for example, replacing Open SaaS with their own boilerplate — to use it as a structured onboarding path for new hires.
Pricing & Plans
Open Vibe is fully free and open source. There is no paid tier, no subscription, and no enterprise license.
| Plan | Price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| Free / Open Source | $0 | Current curriculum access, available Phase 1 and Phase 2 modules, Open SaaS template, live diagrams, MIT license, and future modules as they are released |
Cost to the user comes entirely from whichever AI agent they choose to run the curriculum (Claude Code API or subscription, Cursor Pro, Codex usage, etc.). Open Vibe itself does not charge or meter usage.
Best For
- Aspiring founders who want to ship their first SaaS in 10 weeks and actually understand what was built
- AI-assisted developers stuck in prompt-fix loops who want to break out and build mental models
- Self-taught learners who prefer hands-on building over video courses or textbooks
- Bootcamp graduates or junior devs wanting a structured path from "I can write a component" to "I can ship a production SaaS"
- Engineering teams wanting an open-source onboarding curriculum they can fork and customize
- Anyone already paying for Claude Code, Cursor, or Codex who wants more value out of those subscriptions
FAQ
How much does Open Vibe cost?
Open Vibe is fully free and MIT open source. The only cost is whichever AI coding agent the user chooses to run the curriculum (e.g., Claude Code subscription, Cursor Pro, Codex API usage).
Which AI agents does Open Vibe work with?
Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, and OpenCode are officially mentioned. Any agent that can read local Markdown files and execute shell commands should work, since the curriculum is just files the agent ingests.
Do I need to know how to code before starting?
No. Open Vibe's authors state it can be used by beginners or pros. Phase 1 assumes very little background; Phases 2 and 3 ramp up to spec-and-ship work. The agent fills the explanation gap whenever the user gets stuck.
What does the curriculum cover?
The current curriculum has two tracks. Phase 1 teaches web app basics with a task management app. Phase 2 starts from Open SaaS and covers a SaaS stack with auth, payments, admin, email, and AI. Some modules are still marked Coming Soon.
How long does the course take?
The published estimate is roughly 10 weeks at 6 hours per week. Self-paced — there are no live sessions.
Is my project code uploaded anywhere?
Open Vibe is designed around a local project workflow: the curriculum is Markdown that the user's AI agent fetches and follows while working in the user's project folder. There is no Open Vibe signup or paid account, and Open Vibe itself does not host the user's project files. The selected AI agent provider still applies its own privacy and data-handling rules to prompts and code context.
How is Open Vibe different from a Udemy course or a YouTube tutorial?
Static tutorials don't adapt to the user's exact code, mistakes, or questions. Open Vibe leverages the user's AI agent to provide live, contextual explanations and live diagrams overlaid on the running application, which keeps the lesson tied to the user's real project rather than a hypothetical example.
Can I fork Open Vibe for my team's onboarding?
Yes. The MIT license allows teams to fork the curriculum and replace Open SaaS with their internal boilerplate. This makes Open Vibe a usable starting point for structured AI-assisted developer onboarding.
What is Wasp and why does Open Vibe use it?
Wasp is a full-stack framework that lets developers declare their app (auth, routes, jobs, database) in a single config file. It's the foundation Open SaaS is built on. Wasp's structured config makes it easier for AI agents to make coherent multi-file edits across the stack — the reason the Wasp team designed Open Vibe around it.
What if the AI agent gets stuck or gives wrong advice?
Because the curriculum is delivered as Markdown, the user can ask the agent to re-read the relevant lesson, explain the concept again, or use the live diagram view when available. Wasp's Discord community is also available for human help.
