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# Honey, look! I vibe-coded an OS!

Ian Smith generated a complete Go operating system with zero manual coding. Discover how his SlopStop framework prevents AI-generated garbage while creating a crisis for junior developers.

- **Speakers:** [Ian Smith](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@ian-smith)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 North America
- **Published:** September 26, 2026
- **Duration:** 30:40
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100514-honey-look-i-vibe-coded-an-os

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