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Start by defining the user, problem, and a measurable success signal, then separate must-have behavior from nice-to-have features. Design the smallest credible user journey, build an end-to-end vertical slice, and test it with real users before iterating.

Prioritize by starting from the user outcome and identifying the highest-risk assumption first. Keep only features required for the core user journey, prefer reversible decisions for uncertain areas, and record important trade-offs.

Instrument activation, conversion, retention, or task-success signals tied to your defined success metric. The Skill produces an analytics plan as part of its deliverables so measurement is built in before launch rather than added afterward.

A system is not production-ready merely because it compiles. Verify security, observability, failure handling, data safety, deployment, rollback, documentation, and operational ownership, and state any remaining limitations honestly.

This role focuses on discovery, MVP scope, and rapid iteration, so deep infrastructure operation belongs to a DevOps/SRE role and formal system design to an architect role. It also avoids claiming verified results when tools or environments cannot confirm them.