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Discovering the Boundaries of Vibecoding in Product Development

On February 23, 2026, the University of Tokyo spin-off startup Mavericks, known for its innovative video generation AI product NoLang, will host an engaging event titled "Why Real Products Can’t Be Built with Vibecoding". This event aims to delve into the realities of product development in the AI era and the know-how required to navigate these challenges.

Introduction to NoLang

NoLang allows users to generate videos in mere seconds by simply inputting text, PDFs, PowerPoint presentations, website URLs, images, and audio or video files. Since its launch in July 2024, NoLang has garnered over 150,000 registered users and has been adopted by more than 60 corporate clients. The versatility of this tool enables its use for creating summary videos of news articles, producing social media contents, and transforming internal training materials into videos. Currently, it stands as one of Japan’s largest video generation AI platforms.

NoLang boasts an extensive library of over 100 avatars and 300 voice types, alongside features for creating custom avatars and emotionally resonant voice synthesis. This empowers users without specialized knowledge to instantly create high-quality videos.

The Importance of Discussing Vibecoding

With the rapid advancements in generative AI, the concept of "vibecoding"—building applications purely through text commands—has gained traction. Anecdotes about creating applications within hours flood social media, signifying a future where products can be developed without traditional coding.

However, the reality of managing products that cater to hundreds of thousands of daily users reveals numerous challenges that vibecoding cannot address on its own. Essential elements such as scalability, fault handling, security, and continuous improvement based on user feedback remain hurdles that cannot be overcome by merely executing AI-generated code.

At the event, Mavericks' founding engineers, who are actively involved in the development and operation of NoLang, will share their insights into the realities of product development. Their unique perspectives will provide attendees with practical knowledge that extends beyond vibecoding, shedding light on the essential skills and quality standards needed for successful product management in today’s AI landscape.

Agenda Topics

• - Limitations of vibecoding in product development
• - Essential knowledge and code quality for true product operation
• - Practical insights into development, operation, and decision-making in product management
• - Career pathways in the age of AI
• - Q&A session for participants and speakers

Featured Speakers

Hidenori Iwakiri - A graduate of the University of Tokyo's Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, Iwakiri has published research on optimization algorithms, gaining recognition as the lead author at one of the top AI conferences, NeurIPS. He oversees a broad range of tasks at Mavericks, from research to marketing. He also writes a newsletter with over 85,000 subscribers focusing on AI news.

Shion Maeda - Also a graduate of the University of Tokyo, Maeda has engaged in practical research across various corporate labs while studying machine learning and control theory. His work spans quantum computing security protocols that have received international conference approvals and obtained patents. At Mavericks, he leads pioneering research efforts involving generative AI technologies and heads product development operations.

Event Details

• - Title: Why Real Products Can’t Be Built with Vibecoding
• - Date: February 23, 2026, from 14:30 to 18:00 (Doors open at 14:00)
• - Location: KERNEL HONGO (Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo) + Online broadcast
• - Cost: Free
• - Registration: No prior registration required. Just come to the venue or join online via the Zoom link provided on the day.

Venue: KERNEL HONGO

KERNEL HONGO, located in Tokyo, is an incubation hub operated by DEEPCORE, a venture capital firm focusing on AI and advanced technology startups. They support entrepreneurs with a mission to change the world through technology, investing in various startups across industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics.

Mavericks continues to push the envelope in the generative AI sector with their flagship products like NoLang and Kakudai. They are dedicated to advancing the frontier of technology while supporting businesses in integrating AI solutions effectively.

To learn more about NoLang or for inquiries, contact: [email protected]