Maintenance Mode
Maintenance Mode is the ongoing support phase after launch. Bug fixes, security updates, small improvements. Your software doesn't end at launch - it needs care.
Definition
The ongoing support phase after launch. Bug fixes, security updates, small improvements. Your software doesn't end at launch - it needs care.
Example
A monthly retainer covers security patches, uptime monitoring, and up to 10 hours of small fixes or tweaks.
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MVP - Minimum Viable Product
The simplest version of your product that still solves the core problem. Ship fast, learn from real users, then improve. Don't build everything at once.
POC - Proof of Concept
A small test to prove an idea actually works before investing serious time or money. It's not a product—it's evidence that building the product makes sense.
Prototype
A working model of your product used for testing and feedback. It doesn't need to be pretty or complete—it needs to let people interact with your idea.
Wireframe
A basic sketch showing the layout and structure of a page without any design polish. Think blueprint, not finished building. It's about where things go, not how they look.
Mockup
A high-fidelity visual design showing exactly how the final product will look. Unlike wireframes, mockups include colors, typography, and real content.