A better idea starts with a clearer problem

Move from a vague concept to a focused prototype.

TANEVOR EXPLAINER · 2 MIN READ

Describe the need

Identify who faces the problem, when it occurs and what a better outcome would look like. Distinguish an observed need from a solution you already prefer.

Name the constraints

Budget, skills, available parts, environment and maintenance affect design. Recording constraints early makes comparisons between approaches useful.

Test the hardest assumption

A prototype does not need every feature. Its purpose may be to check a mechanism, a measurement or whether a user understands an interaction.

Review what changed

Compare results with the question you tested. Document what worked, what failed and which assumption to examine next. Each version should teach you something specific.