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# [When Coding Agents Declare Victory Too Early: A Refactoring Horror Story](https://novibe-vibe-coding.hashnode.dev/when-coding-agents-declare-victory-too-early-a-refactoring-horror-story?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

I recently had an experience with a coding agent that perfectly illustrates one of the biggest challenges with AI-assisted development: the tendency to declare victory while the house is still burning down around you. The Setup: A Simple Refactor Gon...

Jul 17, 2025 · 6 min read · novibe-vibe-coding.hashnode.dev  
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