Minimum Viable Product
Minimum Viable Product (MVP) is a product development strategy where a new product is built with the minimum set of features needed to satisfy early adopters and gather validated learning about the product's future direction. It focuses on releasing a basic version quickly to test core assumptions, reduce development waste, and iterate based on real user feedback. This approach helps teams avoid overbuilding and ensures resources are invested in features that users actually value.
Developers should learn and use MVP when building startups, new features, or products in uncertain markets to validate ideas with minimal risk and cost. It's crucial for agile and lean development environments where rapid iteration and user feedback drive decisions, preventing wasted effort on unwanted features. Specific use cases include launching a new app, testing a business hypothesis, or entering a competitive market with limited resources.