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Prototype, MVP, pilot & release stages · Core

Prototype

Also called: product prototype

ELI5

A rough version used to learn.

Used in conversation

“The prototype should be only as real as the question requires.”

Definition

An early representation built to explore, communicate or test assumptions.

Here “Prototype” means: An early representation built to explore, communicate or test assumptions.

Pitch context

You will see “Prototype” in product strategy decks, roadmaps, experiments and architecture reviews when the discussion reaches prototype, mvp, pilot & release stages.

Why it matters: It helps a reader interpret prototype, mvp, pilot & release stages without confusing the measure, decision, role or evidence being discussed.

Connected terms

  • Proof of conceptA prototype explores form or interaction; a proof of concept tests whether a critical idea or technical mechanism can work.
  • Design prototypeThe search label “prototype” can route to both entries.
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Sources & evidence · 2

Supporting source families. This entry is an editorial synthesis rather than a quotation from one canonical glossary.