Speed vs. Perfection: Where do You draw the line in Development?

Question

Each of us faces the dilemma of whether to release a product as quickly as possible or to wait and refine it to perfection. In the context of tight deadlines and high expectations, finding that balance is truly an art. How do you tackle this challenge? Share your strategies.

Nazir Yusifov · Accepted Answer

At Mash, we’ve decided to release the product as quickly as possible with the most essential features, and while working with our early adopters, we continuously fix and improve the product based on their feedback.

Eugene Marvelous · Answer

@yusifov  Speed first! Fast release - fast fixes!)

Pooja Jayasri · Answer

For Speed:
First launch:  
1. List out important features that are absolutely necessary for your MVP. 
2. Build them until the product serves its purpose.

V2 & V3: Perfect those features to provide a good user experience.

For Perfection:
Meanwhile, build your backend infra + tech to make it scalable and robust, for your future launches & products.

Pooja Jayasri · Answer

For Speed:
First launch:
1. List out important features that are absolutely necessary for your MVP.
2. Build them until the product serves its purpose.

V2 & V3: Perfect those features to provide a good user experience.

For Perfection:
Meanwhile, build your backend infra + tech to make it scalable and robust, for your future launches & products.

Speed vs. Perfection: Where do You draw the line in Development?

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