In the video titled ‘How to make vibe coding not suck…’ released on October 14, 2025, by the YouTube channel Fireship, viewers are introduced to the concept of Model Context Protocols (MCPs) and their role in mitigating the frustrations developers face while coding with artificial intelligence. The video, which has garnered significant attention with 682,521 views, explores how MCP servers can streamline coding processes through various innovative solutions, such as Svelte MCP for frontend development and Figma MCP for design implementation. The narrator offers an engaging critique of using AI in programming, highlighting both the dopamine-induced thrill when AI code works and the repetitive failures often likened to the ‘prompt treadmill of hell.’ Yet, the video provides a tantalizing glimpse into how MCP servers promise to make coding with AI less cumbersome and more reliable.
The video effectively communicates the potential benefits of these MCP servers but stops short of fully addressing some of the persistent challenges and dependencies they introduce. For instance, while the Svelte MCP server claims to solve coding inefficiencies, the video doesn’t dive deeply into whether similar solutions exist for other coding environments. Furthermore, although the presented examples demonstrate significant utility, the long-term viability and maintenance of these servers aren’t thoroughly discussed.
The sponsor, Sevalla, is introduced as a solution for deploying applications with ease, offering contestants to explore its services with $50 in free credits. Amidst these technological offerings, the video keeps a relatable tone, reminding viewers of the ongoing balancing act that is modern coding, particularly with hilarious references to issues like the accidental refunding of customers through Stripe’s MCP capabilities.