Startup Product Engineering
Rapid Prototyping
The cheapest time to change a product is before it is built. A clickable prototype lets users, partners and investors experience your idea, so you find what is wrong while it is still easy to fix.
What we build
Clickable Figma prototypes
Realistic screens and flows you can put in front of users in days, not months.
User testing sessions
Watch people try the prototype and learn where they get stuck.
Technical proofs of concept
A working version of the riskiest technical piece, to check it can be done.
Design direction
Look and feel that matches your brand and is realistic to build.
From prototype to PRD
What you learn feeds straight into a clear, buildable specification.
How we approach Rapid Prototyping
We prototype the flow that carries the most risk first, usually the first-time experience, and test it with a handful of real users before polishing anything. Findings are written up and fed back into the design the same week. If a technical risk is involved, we build a small separate proof of concept so you know it can be done before committing.
When this is a good fit
A good fit when
- You are unsure which design or flow works better.
- You need something to show investors or partners soon.
- There is a technical risk and you want to test it cheaply first.
How an engagement works
- 01
Scope
A free strategy call, then a clear proposal with scope and priorities.
- 02
Plan
A PRD and, where useful, a clickable prototype before building starts.
- 03
Build
An in-house team builds in stages, with demos along the way.
- 04
Launch and improve
Release, then keep improving with the people who built it.
Questions about Rapid Prototyping
How realistic is a prototype?
Realistic enough that users react as if it were real, but without a working back end. For technical risks we build a separate proof of concept.
How long does it take?
A focused prototype can take days to a couple of weeks, depending on how many flows it covers.
Can we use it for fundraising?
Yes. A clear prototype and a PRD tell a much stronger story than slides alone, and they make your plan easier to believe.
Have a product in mind?
Tell me what you want to build. The first call is free, and you speak with me directly.