1. Validate Your Idea Before You Code 📝

I Want Find An Idea

Before writing a single line of code, talk about your idea everywhere you can. Twitter, LinkedIn, Slack groups, or with friends. Find at least 1–3 people who say, “Yes, that’s my problem!” or “I’d pay for this.” These early conversations save you from building a product nobody wants.

Key questions to ask potential users:

• What exact problem are you facing?
• How are you currently solving it (if at all)?
• Would you pay for a better solution?

Gathering these insights ensures your product aligns with real needs.

2. Build With Your Early Adopters 🤝

Once people show interest, build alongside them:

• Frequent chats or calls: Learn their biggest pain points.
• Share mockups or simple prototypes: Collect feedback fast.
• Prioritize ruthlessly: Develop only the 13 must-have features they truly need.

Tip: Adding too many features early on complicates your UX and delays feedback from real users. Keep your product simple to test core functionality faster.

3. Refine Based on Customer Feedback 🔍

Your earliest adopters are your best compass. Use their feedback to:

• Narrow down must-have features (not nice-to-have).
• Spot red flags early: Pivot quickly if no one wants to pay or continue testing.
• Iterate fast: Release small updates, gather feedback, and improve.

If potential customers lose interest or no one wants to pay try a new angle. The goal is to fail quickly and inexpensively if your initial direction isn’t viable.

4. Build a Waitlist 📋