Is the future of Web3 about to look a lot more like “vibe coding”?
Sonic Labs is rolling out Spawn, an AI-powered development platform that lets users build full-stack decentralized applications simply by describing what they want in natural language. Instead of writing smart contracts, connecting front ends, and handling deployments manually, the system handles the entire workflow from prompt to live DApp.
The idea builds on the momentum of Web2 AI coding tools that have lowered the barrier to entry for software creation. But blockchain development has remained far more complex, largely because of the risks tied to smart contracts and the need for secure deployments. A single flaw in contract logic can lead to major financial losses, which is why many no-code or AI tools have struggled to gain traction in the Web3 space.
Spawn is designed to close that gap. The platform generates the front end, creates the smart contracts, connects the components, and iterates until the application works as intended. It also includes AI-powered auditing features to scan for vulnerabilities before deployment, addressing one of the biggest concerns in automated blockchain development.
For now, Spawn is running in testnet with a limited group of users while the team refines its security and reliability. But the broader goal is clear: turn non-coders into builders and dramatically expand the number of people who can launch decentralized applications.
The shift could change how Web3 ecosystems grow. If more people can easily create applications, the odds of a breakout, consumer-friendly product increase—similar to how a handful of viral apps have historically driven new waves of crypto adoption.