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How to launch a Lovable MVP in 2026

AI tools can spin up polished apps in a weekend, but speed makes it easier than ever to build the wrong thing. Here’s how to turn a “Lovable MVP” prototype into a real product that delivers value.
Ran Craycraft
March 16, 2026
Turn Any Idea Into a Validated MVP

A step-by-step path to validate your idea fast by defining the problem, testing assumptions, prototyping the critical flow, and shaping a focused MVP you can learn from.
Moses Amama
December 9, 2025
ChatGPT is writing the same product plan for your competitors

ChatGPT can get your startup’s project brief written fast, but speed isn’t strategy. Learn how to use AI as a starting point while making sure your product vision is built to succeed.
Kelly Gebo
August 29, 2025
When to build an in-house engineering team and when to hire an agency

When does it make sense to work with a consultancy like thoughtbot? After thousands of engagements, we summarize our best advice for when it makes more sense to hire in-house and when it makes more sense to find an external partner.
Ran Craycraft
May 16, 2025
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From idea to impact: The role of rapid prototyping in AgeTech

Rapid prototyping can help AgeTech startups move fast, test wisely, and build with confidence. Learn how to turn big ideas into real-world impact without wasting time or budget.
Kelly Gebo
May 15, 2025
Common mistakes founders make when building an MVP (and how to avoid them)

Building an MVP is a critical step for any startup, but we see a few avoidable mistakes slowing founders down. In this post, we’ll highlight the most common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Kelly Gebo
May 5, 2025
Why React Native is a strong option for a mobile MVP

After supporting many founders in designing, developing, and launching their mobile MVPs, here are the reasons we continue to recommend React Native as an ideal framework.
Kelly Gebo
May 1, 2025
5 things to avoid when hiring your MVP team

Here are the biggest mistakes (& how to avoid them!) when looking to hire the right team to build your MVP.
Kelly Gebo
April 15, 2025
Should I hire an agency to develop my MVP or build my own team?

Having trouble deciding whether to hire your own team to build your MVP or work with a development partner? Here are some considerations and things to expect when exploring these routes.
Kelly Gebo
April 1, 2025
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How we use AI to accelerate our MVPs

We’ve organized our suggestions for using AI to accelerate your MVPs, to support you with product strategy, design, development, go-to-market, and post-launch optimization.
Kelly Gebo
March 20, 2025
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