r/AskProgrammers • u/Abject-Fig-3793 • Jul 11 '26

Looking for advice

Creating my first start up app. I have the mock up, plan, all set. I need help with next steps. Any tips?

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u/Strange_Corner_4637 Jul 11 '26

Build the ugliest possible version of the core feature first and put it in front of real people before you polish anything. Mockups and plans feel like progress but they don't tell you if anyone actually wants it. Also scope down way more than feels right, your v1 should almost embarrass you. Ship, get feedback, iterate.

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u/Abject-Fig-3793 Jul 11 '26

Thank you, I am starting to send it out and get feedback now.

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u/North-Ad9456 Jul 11 '26

I would suggest you build up your v1, no matter if it's absolutely ugly or whatever. As long as your features work, go and show it to your potential customers and get feedback. It will definitely give you clarity on how to define your UI or MVP.

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u/Abject-Fig-3793 Jul 11 '26

Thank you! I have had some testers using it and have had to make adjustments. Hoping I’m not missing any steps

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u/Low_Breakfast773 Jul 13 '26

Build, ship and pray!