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What is Prototype?
An early model of a product used to test ideas and gather feedback
Why It Matters
Prototypes help identify problems and validate ideas before spending time on full development
Real-World Example
A clickable design mockup that looks like a real app but doesn't have working functionality
“Understanding terms like Prototype matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
From definition to deployment
Knowing the term is step one. Using it in something real is the rest.