That new Jack Dorsey messaging app? He vibe-coded it
Dorsey called it "my weekend project," a turnaround time that naturally begged the question — did he use AI to help code it?
It turns out he did.
Dorsey has since confirmed he used Goose, Block's AI coding assistant, to develop the project.
"This was one part of a series of challenges I've given myself: To build something every day that I didn't think I was capable of, and that I didn't think the current set of AI tools were capable of, namely Block's tool Goose," Dorsey wrote on GitHub. "I'm always surprised at how much...just works."
Goose is Block's open-source vibe coding tool. The AI agent autonomously writes code and debugs errors.
my weekend project to learn about bluetooth mesh networks, relays and store and forward models, message encryption models, and a few other things.bitchat: bluetooth mesh chat...IRC vibes.TestFlight: https://t.co/P5zRRX0TB3 GitHub: https://t.co/Yphb3Izm0P pic.twitter.com/yxZxiMfMH2
— jack (@jack) July 6, 2025
Dorsey's original goal was to create a messaging app that would allow people to communicate without needing a phone number, email, or handle. He compared the app to FireChat, the Bluetooth mesh messaging platform that was popular during Hong Kong's pro-democracy protests in the early 2010s. FireChat was last updated in 2018, and access has since been shut down.
"It worked within a day," Dorsey wrote about Bitchat. "So I added private messages, channels and private channels the next day."
Bitchat is currently available via beta testing platform TestFlight, Apple's beta testing platform on iOS, as well as Android devices. As for the App Store, Dorsey wrote that BitChat remains "blocked" for three reasons: More robust network optimization, noise protocol implementation, and the need for Apple approval.
This isn't Dorsey's first foray into vibe coding. In June, the Twitter co-founder attended the Oslo Freedom Forum, where he attended a workshop with Justin Moon, AI technical advisor for the Human Rights Foundation. Dorsey and Moon vibe-coded a new website for a partner organization in eight minutes, using only voice commands.
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A set of adjustable desk shelves made of natural wood for storing your books, pens, photos, and other office items or decor without taking up valuable work space. The shelves come in two separate parts that can be arranged close together or spread further apart, depending on what you need!Promising review: "Excellent product! I have been searching for an organizer to put on the top of my dresser, and I could never find anything unique, functional and not too big. I came across this organizer and took a chance since I wasn't seeing it in person. I am so glad I did! The product arrived overnight (instead of two days) and was super easy to put together... just follow the pictures exactly as shown. They even included a screwdriver, so you don't need anything extra to put it together. It is super cute, fun and fits perfectly. I definitely recommend." —lmeglinGet them from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in six colors). A vibrant wireless keyboard and mouse set that'll make you a little happier every time you sit down to work. It adds an eye-catching pop of color to your workspace, minus any bothersome cords to clutter up your desk. An electric mug warmer in case you, like me, get distracted while working and sip your morning coffee so slowly, it ends up going cold before you finish it. With this electric warmer, you can happily enjoy your hot, caffeinated drink for hours. Some waterproof, stain-resistant faux marble adhesive paper to update that old office desk you've been using forever without shelling out for an entirely new one. It peels off easily without leaving any damage! Psst — If you pick this up, check out this reviewer's great installation tips for applying it to a desk!Promising review: "I purchased this for the sit-to-stand desk that I recently got to dress it up a bit and couldn't be happier with how it turned out! The contact paper is thick and great quality. It does not easily tear and easy to install! Adhesion is amazing! Easy peel, yet would stick again with no problem! Glossy finish and seamless look!" —NotSoChillMomGet it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in 10 sizes). A clip-on ring light, because the light from your screen simply isn't sufficient! It attaches easily to the top of your monitor or laptop to brighten up your entire picture so your coworkers can finally see your face clearly. A super lightweight ergonomic lap desk for when you need to move the "office" to your couch or bed, because it's just one of those days. That said, it also works great at a desk, with an anti-slip wrist pad for comfort and to prevent your laptop from sliding down. Plus, a handy storage slot in the back is designed to prop up your phone or tablet. Promising review: "I just invested in a new custom-built laptop for my job and was seeking a lap desk that was comfortable to use while laying in bed (I work from home, for the most part). I'm generally on my computer for at least 10 hours a day, so it was important to me that I selected the right lap desk that fit my needs. This product was the answer! It is lightweight and comfortable on the legs (and stomach) due to the foam padding on the bottom. It also provides the perfect elevation for typing. Highly recommend! —KikiGet it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in six colors and two sizes). A handy under-the-desk headphone mount to declutter your workspace while keeping your trusty headphones close at hand. Plus, you get three more USB ports for powering your devices, freeing up precious slots on your laptop. Promising review: "Simple straightforward product. Easy to mount and run wires to a power source. Works awesome under my standing desk and adds additional USB support for my gear." —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $8.99. A custom laptop holder so you can stash your computer when the workday is over and free up your desk for personal projects and other activities. You can also work with your MacBook store below by putting it in closed-display mode — this holder is designed so that USB, HDMI, and power cables can be plugged in while the laptop is stored and closed, and it provides ample ventilation as well. Beyond 3D Creations is a Boston-based Etsy shop that specializes in 3D design and electronic accessories. Promising review: "Excellent! I use a second monitor as my primary screen when using my laptop, and this device has been amazing for two reasons: 1) It saves valuable desk space, and 2) the laptop tucked under the desk still allows air to flow through the laptop vents, which helps prevent it from overheating. This clever little gadget has solved so many problems and I'm loving how clean my desk setup is. 10/10 would recommend." —Emma AyauGet it from Beyond 3D Creations on Etsy for $15.88+ (available in three colors and two sizes, or a custom size). And while we're hanging things, an adhesive under-desk phone holder to keep that little distractor out of sight and (hopefully) out of mind — at least until your next break. Hello, productivity. Or a sturdy phone holder that sits on *top* of your desk, making it so much easier if you take video calls for work on your phone — or for taking those midday breaks to scroll TikTok. You can prop your phone up vertically or horizontally and keep it charging at the same time! Or an adjustable tablet stand stable enough to hold a large tablet (up to 12.9 inches), even with a case on, yet compact enough to sit on your desk without taking up much space. Made of aluminum alloy with protective silicone pads at the bottom, it's cleverly designed to stay upright and in one place, with room for airflow and a charging cable to pass through. A low-impact (and low-profile) under-the-desk elliptical that can help you work movement into your daily routine to keep you loose — because productivity takes a nose dive when you're distracted with aches and pains. It also comes with a digital display that tracks time, speed, and distance, as well as eight different modes of resistance, so you can tailor it exactly to your needs. Promising review: "No assembly required! Took right out of the box and put it under my desk. Spend long hours on the computer and suffer from hip and leg pain. Use the exerciser on and off all day especially first thing in the morning to loosen up joints. Felt the different in just a couple of days. Just what I needed." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $109.99+ (available in five styles). Or a compact under-desk electric treadmill made for the multitasking mavens who want to incorporate *even more* movement into their sedentary WFH schedule. It has an LED display that shows basic metrics like time, speed, and distance; a quiet motor (so you can focus on the work in front of you); and Bluetooth capability so you could even play music or a podcast through it.
