How to Build an MVP?

Step 1: Validate first
Before building anything, validate your idea has market demand. Use WorthBuild to get a data-backed validation report in 2 minutes.

Step 2: Define your core value
What is the ONE thing your product does that makes someone's life better? That's your MVP scope.

Step 3: Choose your approach
•No-code (Bubble, Webflow, Softr) — Fastest, $0-$50/mo
•Low-code (Retool, Glide) — Mid-speed, some customization
•Code (Rails, Next.js) — Most flexible, takes longer
•Manual/Concierge — Deliver the service manually first

Step 4: Build in 2-6 weeks
Week 1: Core feature + user auth
Week 2-3: Polish core flow, add essential integrations
Week 4: Testing, landing page, basic analytics
Week 5-6: Soft launch to first 10-50 users

Step 5: Launch and learn
Launch to a small group, collect feedback obsessively, and iterate weekly.

Rules of thumb:
•If it takes >6 weeks, you're building too much
•Cut any feature users can live without
•Manual > automated for your first 50 customers
•Your tech stack doesn't matter — customer feedback does