When should I move from prototype to production?

Move to production when: 1) You have paying customers or strong user validation, 2) Performance limitations are blocking growth, 3) You need features impossible in prototype tools, 4) You're ready to raise funding (investors expect real products).

Can I use my prototype code for production?

Usually not recommended. Prototype code prioritizes speed over maintainability. Plan to rebuild core systems with production-grade architecture while preserving your learnings and UX patterns.

How long does it take to go from prototype to production?

Typically 3-6 months for a well-scoped MVP rebuild. Timeline depends on complexity, architecture decisions, and whether you're adding new features or rebuilding existing ones.

What's the biggest mistake startups make when scaling?

Over-engineering too early. Build for 10x your current scale, not 1000x. You can always re-architect later; building for hypothetical scale wastes time and money now.

Should I rebuild everything or migrate incrementally?

Depends on your situation. Incremental migration works when prototype code is partially usable. Full rebuild is better when prototype architecture is fundamentally limiting. Most startups benefit from a phased approach.

When should I move from prototype to production?

Move to production when: 1) You have paying customers or strong user validation, 2) Performance limitations are blocking growth, 3) You need features impossible in prototype tools, 4) You're ready to raise funding (investors expect real products).

Can I use my prototype code for production?

Usually not recommended. Prototype code prioritizes speed over maintainability. Plan to rebuild core systems with production-grade architecture while preserving your learnings and UX patterns.

How long does it take to go from prototype to production?

Typically 3-6 months for a well-scoped MVP rebuild. Timeline depends on complexity, architecture decisions, and whether you're adding new features or rebuilding existing ones.

What's the biggest mistake startups make when scaling?

Over-engineering too early. Build for 10x your current scale, not 1000x. You can always re-architect later; building for hypothetical scale wastes time and money now.

Should I rebuild everything or migrate incrementally?

Depends on your situation. Incremental migration works when prototype code is partially usable. Full rebuild is better when prototype architecture is fundamentally limiting. Most startups benefit from a phased approach.

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Can I use my prototype code for production?

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Should I rebuild everything or migrate incrementally?

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