I'm helping my dog vibe code games

5 hours ago

Author trained their 9-pound cavapoo Momo to 'code' games by typing on a keyboard, with the output interpreted by Claude Code.
The system involves Momo typing on a Bluetooth keyboard, with keystrokes filtered and sent to Claude Code, which interprets them as game design instructions.
A smart pet feeder dispenses treats as a reward for Momo's typing, with a chime indicating when Claude is ready for more input.
The prompt for Claude Code frames the input as cryptic commands from an eccentric game designer, ensuring meaningful interpretation of random keystrokes.
Automated tools like screenshotting and input simulation help Claude test and refine the games it generates.
The author experimented with different game engines, settling on Godot for its text-based scene format and ease of integration with Claude.
Training Momo involved associating keyboard swipes with treats, gradually increasing the complexity of required inputs.
Sample games created include 'DJ Smirk', 'Munch', 'Zaaz', 'The Oracle Frog of Rome', 'Octogroove', 'Ewe Heard Me!', and 'Quasar Saz'.
Key improvements came from better feedback loops, allowing Claude to test and fix its own games, rather than from refining the initial prompt.
The project demonstrates that with the right systems in place, even nonsensical input can lead to functional and creative outputs.

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