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Léon Zhang

Software Engineer

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Add Some Fun While Vibe Coding (Because Codex Is Too Slow)

Waiting for code generation can feel slow. Here is a quick way to make vibe coding more fun with PeonPing, plus a Dota 2 Axe voice pack setup.

Feb 27, 20261 min readLéon Zhang
Add Some Fun While Vibe Coding (Because Codex Is Too Slow)

Sometimes vibe coding has one boring part: waiting.

When Codex is thinking, compiling, or just taking its time, the energy drops. I wanted something simple to keep the session fun, so I started using PeonPing.

It is a tiny CLI idea with big mood impact: add game-style flavor while you work.

Official site: openpeon.com

Quick Setup

Install PeonPing with Homebrew:

bash
brew install PeonPing/tap/peon-ping

Then install and use the Dota 2 Axe pack:

bash
peon packs use --install dota2_axe

That is it for the basic setup.

Why This Helps During Slow Cycles

  • Waiting no longer feels dead
  • Short feedback moments make long coding runs less flat
  • The session feels more playful without changing your workflow

If your coding style is high-focus + high-fun, this fits right in.

If you have been saying "Codex is too slow today", this is a good way to keep the vibe alive while it catches up.

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