Interactive Prototyping
Interactive prototyping is a design and development methodology that involves creating functional, clickable models of digital products to simulate user interactions and workflows before full implementation. It allows stakeholders to test and validate concepts, user interfaces, and user experiences early in the development process. This approach helps identify usability issues, gather feedback, and refine designs iteratively.
Developers should learn interactive prototyping to improve collaboration with designers and product managers, reduce rework by catching design flaws early, and create more user-centered products. It is particularly valuable in agile environments, for mobile app development, and when building complex web applications where user experience is critical. Using interactive prototypes can streamline communication, speed up decision-making, and ensure alignment between technical implementation and user needs.