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How to Unblock Engineering Teams with a Functional Mobile AI Prototype

When your engineering team hits a deadlock on a new project, use an AI tool like Rork to build a functional mobile prototype. This provides a concrete vision that can unblock the team and generate new implementation ideas without writing any code.

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How to Unblock Engineering Teams with a Functional Mobile AI Prototype

Tools Used

Rork

AI tool for building functional mobile prototypes

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Identify the Engineering Deadlock

Recognize when an engineering team is stuck on a project, particularly a new or unfamiliar one like a first-time mobile app, due to uncertainty about the vision.

2

Build a Mobile Prototype with Rork

Use an AI tool like Rork to quickly create a functional mobile prototype that demonstrates the core features you are trying to achieve, even if you have no deep coding knowledge.

3

Demonstrate Core Functionality

In the prototype, build out key features to make the vision tangible. For example, create a simple app that can take a selfie and perform facial recognition to show what is possible.

4

Present the Prototype to the Team

Show the working prototype to the engineering team. Seeing the features in action provides a concrete reference point, generates ideas for implementation, and helps unblock the project.

5

Add to a 'Living Product Library'

Store this and other prototypes in an accessible library. This allows sales and customer success teams to use them for early customer validation and feedback.

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