Ship Target
The primary action users came for is working end-to-end. First 10+ beta users are actively using it.
A working feature beats a wireframe. Ship every Friday, no exceptions.
Each team’s Hustler demos the core feature in under 3 minutes. Other teams rate clarity, excitement, and “would I use this?” score.
Spec-Driven Development: Specify → Plan → Tasks → Implement | Value Proposition Framework | Outcome-Based Positioning
Hacker × Hipster
Hipster writes empty states, tooltip microcopy, and button labels. Hacker implements them. The product starts to feel human.
Hacker × Hound
Hound runs usability tests, Hacker watches and prioritizes fixes.
Technical mentor (API design, AI-assisted code review) or Product mentor (feature scoping).
Role Checklists