Vibe4Gov

AI Coding Guidance for Government

Vibe4Gov is comprehensive guidance for using AI-assisted coding in government software development. It provides the principles, processes, and tools needed to deliver secure, compliant, and maintainable government systems using modern AI coding practices.

Mission-Critical Software, AI-Accelerated Development
Bridge the gap between government requirements and modern development practices with AI as your force multiplier.

Quick Start

Introduction
What is Vibe4Gov and who it’s for
Why AI Coding
The case for AI in government development
Core Principles
Security, compliance, and human oversight

Guidance Components

🎯 Spec-First Development

Start with clear, government-ready specifications that include functional, security, and compliance requirements from day one.

🔒 Security by Default

Built-in security controls, automated testing, and compliance validation throughout the development lifecycle.

🤖 AI-Assisted, Human-Controlled

Leverage AI for code generation while maintaining human oversight and decision-making authority.

📋 Compliance Automation

Generate OSCAL documentation and maintain continuous authorization through automated compliance workflows.

The Vibe4Gov Approach

### Specs First Define clear requirements, security controls, and compliance needs before writing code. ### AI-Generated Code Use AI tools to generate secure, compliant code based on your specifications. ### Automated Pipelines Deploy through secure CI/CD pipelines with built-in testing and compliance checks. ### Continuous Evidence Maintain real-time compliance evidence and security posture monitoring.

Key Benefits

  • Faster Delivery: Accelerate development while maintaining government standards
  • Built-in Compliance: OSCAL-ready documentation and continuous authorization support
  • Security First: Automated security testing and vulnerability management
  • Reusable Patterns: Standardized approaches across teams and agencies
  • Risk Mitigation: Clear guardrails and human oversight requirements

Get Started

Ready to transform your government software delivery? Start with our Introduction to understand the guidance, then dive into the Core Principles that guide effective AI coding in government.

Important: This guidance is designed for government use cases with specific security and compliance requirements. Always consult your organization’s policies before implementation.