6-Step Guide to Build an MVP in 30 Days
1. Define Your Core Problem and Target Audience (Days 1-3)
Goal: Clearly articulate the problem your product aims to solve and who will benefit from it.
Action Steps:
- Conduct quick market research and identify pain points of your target users.
- Narrow down your audience and create a concise problem statement that guides your development.
2. Prioritize Core Features and Define Scope (Days 4-6)
Goal: Focus on essential features that address the core problem and deliver value to users.
Action Steps:
- Use the MoSCoW prioritization technique to define essential features.
- Create a list of features for your MVP, eliminating non-essential functionalities.
3. Create User Flows and Wireframes (Days 7-10)
Goal: Visualize how users will interact with your product to ensure a seamless experience.
Action Steps:
- Design basic wireframes and user journeys for key tasks.
- Use tools like Figma, Sketch, or create paper sketches to focus on intuitive UI and core functionalities.
4. Set Up a Development Team and Tech Stack (Days 11-13)
Goal: Assemble a skilled team and choose the right technology to build your MVP quickly and efficiently.
Action Steps:
- Hire in-house developers or collaborate with an offshore team.
- Select a tech stack that allows rapid prototyping, such as React, Flutter, or Ruby on Rails.
5. Build and Test the MVP (Days 14-27)
Goal: Develop your MVP with a focus on core functionality and user experience.
Action Steps:
- Work in agile sprints to build prioritized features.
- Conduct continuous testing, including unit tests and user testing. Gather feedback and iterate as needed.
6. Launch, Gather Feedback, and Iterate (Days 28-30)
Goal: Launch your MVP to a select group of users and collect valuable insights for improvement.
Action Steps:
- Soft-launch your MVP with a beta group.
- Collect user feedback, analyze data, and plan the next iteration based on feedback.
