If your AI-built v1 breaks under real users, that's a fixable problem.
If you built v1 with Lovable, Bolt, v0, Cursor, or Replit and it works in the demo but breaks under real users — that's a fixable problem.
No judgment about the tools. They got you to a working prototype faster than any agency would have. Now let's make it survive Monday morning.
Here's what we'll do with your project:
- ✓Fix the bugs and stability issues that are holding you back
- ✓Add proper security so your users' data is actually safe
- ✓Make it handle real-world traffic without falling over
- ✓Connect the integrations and APIs your product needs
- ✓Get it ready for your launch day or investor demo
You got the hard part done — you built something. Now let us make it work for real. With 15+ years of SaaS experience, we've seen every way an app can break, and we know how to fix it.
Our Rescue Process
Most vibe coding rescues take 2-6 weeks. Here's how we turn your prototype into a product.
Code Audit
We review your entire codebase to identify security vulnerabilities, performance bottlenecks, missing error handling, and architectural issues. You get a clear report of what needs fixing and why.
Prioritize & Plan
We create a prioritized fix list based on severity — security issues first, then stability, then performance and code quality. You approve the plan before any work starts.
Fix & Harden
We fix bugs, add proper authentication, implement error handling, write tests, and optimize database queries. Your app gets the engineering foundation it was missing.
Deploy & Monitor
We set up CI/CD pipelines, configure production hosting, deploy your hardened app, and monitor for issues during the first week to ensure a smooth launch.
Common Issues in AI-Generated Code
AI coding tools are powerful for prototyping, but they consistently produce the same categories of problems. Here's what we fix most often.
Security Gaps
- ✕No authentication or weak auth patterns
- ✕API keys and secrets hardcoded in source
- ✕Missing input validation (XSS, SQL injection)
- ✕No rate limiting on public endpoints
Stability Problems
- ✕No error handling — app crashes on edge cases
- ✕Missing loading and empty states
- ✕Race conditions in async operations
- ✕No retry logic for API calls
Scalability Debt
- ✕N+1 database queries that slow under load
- ✕No caching for expensive operations
- ✕Monolithic code that's impossible to maintain
- ✕Zero test coverage — changes break silently
Tools We Rescue From
We've hardened apps generated by every major AI coding platform. The specific tool doesn't matter — the underlying problems are similar.
Fix It Yourself vs. Hire an Agency vs. Red Leg Dev
You have options. Here's an honest comparison.
| Fix It Yourself | Dev Agency | Red Leg Dev | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Timeline | Weeks to months of trial & error | 6-12 weeks | 2-6 weeks |
| Who does the work | You + more AI prompting | Junior devs who may not understand AI code | One senior engineer who's seen it all |
| Security audit | Likely missed vulnerabilities | Depends on their process | Comprehensive security review included |
| Code ownership | You keep everything | You keep everything | You keep everything — 100% your code |
| Existing UI preserved | Probably breaks things | May want to rebuild from scratch | Your UI stays the same, internals get fixed |
| Communication | N/A | Through a project manager | Direct access to your developer |
| Cost | Your time | $20K-$80K+ | Fraction of agency cost |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is vibe coding?
Vibe coding is the practice of using AI-powered tools like v0, Cursor, Lovable.dev, Replit, and Bolt to quickly generate application code from natural language prompts. While these tools are great for prototyping, the resulting code often needs professional engineering to be production-ready — that's where Red Leg Dev's vibe coding rescue service comes in.
Can you fix my AI-generated app?
Yes. Most AI-generated v1s have the same gaps: error handling, security, real-world load, missing tests, no CI/CD. We fix those. We work with projects built in Lovable, Bolt, v0, Cursor, and Replit.
How long does a vibe coding rescue take?
Most vibe coding rescue projects take 2-6 weeks depending on the size and complexity of the codebase. We start with a thorough code audit to identify issues, then prioritize fixes based on security, stability, and your launch timeline. Serving founders across Tampa, Orlando, and Central Florida.
Should I start over or fix my vibe-coded project?
In most cases, fixing is faster and cheaper than starting over. AI tools generate surprisingly good scaffolding — the issues are usually in error handling, security, testing, and edge cases. Red Leg Dev evaluates your codebase and gives you an honest recommendation on whether to rescue or rebuild.
What does a vibe coding rescue cost?
The audit itself is $1,500 — flat fee, two-week turnaround. After the audit you get a written report and a fixed-price quote for the rescue work. Most rescues run $15,000–$50,000 depending on what we find.
What are the most common problems with AI-generated code?
The most common issues we see in vibe-coded apps are: no proper error handling (the app crashes instead of showing helpful messages), missing or weak authentication (anyone can access anything), no input validation (SQL injection, XSS vulnerabilities), hardcoded secrets in the codebase, no tests (so changes break things silently), and poor database design that won't scale past a few hundred users.
Will my app look the same after the rescue?
Yes — we preserve your UI and user experience. A vibe coding rescue focuses on what's under the hood: security, performance, error handling, and code quality. Your users won't notice the difference in appearance, but they'll notice the app stops crashing and loads faster.