Can a newbie really vibe code an app? I tried Cursor and Replit to find out

I'm not a programmer, but I tried four vibe coding tools to see if I could build anything at all on my own. Here's what I did and did not accomplish.
IEEE

Two Classes of Constacyclic Codes With Variable Parameters

Abstract: Constacyclic codes over finite fields are a family of linear codes and contain cyclic codes as a subclass. Constacyclic codes are related to many areas of mathematics and outperform cyclic ...
IEEE

Early Termination of Low-Density Parity-Check Codes for Continuous-Variable Quantum Key Distribution

Continuous-variable quantum key distribution (CV-QKO)[1] has garnered attention in recent years for the implementation of quantum secure key sharing using standard telecommunication componentsl”.
Daily Express

Martin Lewis tells iPhone and Android users 'type 5 digit code in now'

13:00, Sun, Dec 21, 2025 Updated: 08:35, Mon, Dec 22, 2025 Martin Lewis has told every person with an iPhone or Android smartphone to make a few simple changes - or live to regret it. Appearing on ITV ...