product-development.md

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# [product-development](https://hackernoon.com/tagged/product-development)
### Let's learn about [Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/tagged/product-development) via these 475 free blog posts. They are ordered by HackerNoon reader engagement data. Visit the [/Learn](https://hackernoon.com/learn) or [LearnRepo.com](https://learnrepo.com) to find the most read blog posts about any technology.

ideate, develop, brand, and revamp! 

### [1. Micro SaaS: What It Is and How to Build One](https://hackernoon.com/micro-saas-what-it-is-and-how-to-build-one)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/IvbdQ1TqYah1YOpyYrdKkxL8FwG2-w793lg1.jpeg)
A micro SaaS differs from the traditional one in scope and scale. It's an ideal business model for indie creators. You'll find out ideas and steps to start one.

### [2. Unleashing the Power of SEO: A Blueprint for Positive Unit Economics in Web Products](https://hackernoon.com/unleashing-the-power-of-seo-a-blueprint-for-positive-unit-economics-in-web-products)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/cqsz5t15YjPQZzGO09SPPk0POLs2-gb832t1.jpeg)
From overcoming the overshadowing dominance of paid channels to strategic positioning in the market, SEO has become the driving force 

### [3. No, You Don't Need a Highly Specialized Team to Build Your SaaS Application ](https://hackernoon.com/no-you-dont-need-a-highly-specialized-team-to-build-your-saas-application)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/0t7sdoMAj1Y28eVhX4su9RdyKaH3-cc638ki.jpeg)
Just about 18 months ago, product development would require a high performing team of technical architects, software engineers, DevOps, and a product manager.

### [4. Product Discovery in B2B and B2B2C Environments: A Guide for Product Managers](https://hackernoon.com/product-discovery-in-b2b-and-b2b2c-environments-a-guide-for-product-managers)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ZPqdFXN1LiSWeKQ02QpneMGjPbg1-cr83gh3.jpeg)
Product discovery is a key stage in the product development lifecycle. In B2B and B2C businesses, this process has its nuances, which I cover in this article.

### [5. How to Bridge the Gap Between Marketing and Product Teams](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-bridge-the-gap-between-marketing-and-product-teams)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/two-people-holding-each-others-hands-in-an-office-setting-vsvo8sltnpg4dicm5snrytl5.png)
Gain insights on uniting Marketing and Product to articulate your product's unique value through teamwork and strategic collaboration. Learn more!

### [6. How Backend-Driven UI Cuts Time to Market](https://hackernoon.com/how-backend-driven-ui-cuts-time-to-market)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/breathtaking-photograph-of-a-group-of-software-engineers-working-on-their-laptops-bvmu1pjw9rb97hjqloi9uf10.png)
Discover how vital hacking Time to Market (TTM) is in mobile app success and explore the innovative approach of Backend-Driven UI (BD UI) to shorten TTM.

### [7. Checklist for FinTech Product Growth: Channels, Trends, and Tools](https://hackernoon.com/checklist-for-fintech-product-growth-channels-trends-and-tools)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Gff0ql0hRgW4gvMrkVs9kDM8oud2-he834er.jpeg)
What metrics should be tracked and improved upon in FinTech products during the user acquisition, activation, and retention stages?

### [8. Step-by-Step Guide on How to Define Your Startup MVP and Save Time and Money](https://hackernoon.com/step-by-step-guide-on-how-to-define-your-startup-mvp-and-save-time-and-money)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/X9TKsNLycjY2w1ppnXoMxM4FnM52-yf8339r.jpeg)
This guide will help you identify the core features of your product, enabling you to avoid wasting time and money.

### [9. Product Hypothesis Validation: Best Practices & Examples](https://hackernoon.com/product-hypothesis-validation-best-practices-and-examples)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/X9TKsNLycjY2w1ppnXoMxM4FnM52-4j834iw.jpeg)
Follow these simple steps to clearly formulate your product hypothesis and test it quickly and affordably.

### [10. From Pre-Seed to Series A: Navigating the Key Stages of Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/from-pre-seed-to-series-a-navigating-the-key-stages-of-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Gff0ql0hRgW4gvMrkVs9kDM8oud2-ff834fa.jpeg)
The article showcases best practices for product development from pre-seed to Series A rounds, and describes what to pay attention to in your startup.

### [11. Elevating Product Management with Marketing Insights](https://hackernoon.com/elevating-product-management-with-marketing-insights)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ZPqdFXN1LiSWeKQ02QpneMGjPbg1-7883gxz.jpeg)
Learn how to having marketing skills makes you a better product manager and how they help build great products. 

### [12. Social Mechanics: Harnessing User Connections for Product Growth](https://hackernoon.com/social-mechanics-harnessing-user-connections-for-product-growth)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/3Jiq1sfwrARhh8ADIz7fZYMbMRC2-twr3p13.jpeg)
Guide with examples for growth product managers on how to apply social networks strategies to acquire, onboard and retain users.

### [13. The Power of User Feedback in Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/the-power-of-user-feedback-in-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Gff0ql0hRgW4gvMrkVs9kDM8oud2-iz834nv.jpeg)
The article describes using both direct and indirect feedback methods throughout the product development lifecycle.

### [14. Team Processes at Different Stages of Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/team-processes-at-different-stages-of-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/FEBXeTcnU2S73YTSzhOdSaSmod42-ur93r0l.jpeg)
Product development is a time-consuming process that involves improving the functionality, design and usability of a product.

### [15. Crypto Growth: Creating Effective User Personas](https://hackernoon.com/crypto-growth-creating-effective-user-personas)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/58y6HVCGyJOQoHIkUdze6TnxnCN2-3e9397i.jpeg)
Discover the importance of creating effective user personas for crypto companies. Learn how to profile your audience, address their needs, and enhance UX

### [16. How to Manage a Product Backlog in a Fast-Growing B2B Startup](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-manage-a-product-backlog-in-a-fast-growing-b2b-startup)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ZPqdFXN1LiSWeKQ02QpneMGjPbg1-mcf3hjo.jpeg)
In this article, I’d like to share my tips for working as a product manager in fast-growing startups. I’ll also explain how these tips could be used in B2B prod

### [17. Closing the Feedback Loop: Building AI That Learns from Its Users](https://hackernoon.com/closing-the-feedback-loop-building-ai-that-learns-from-its-users)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/sinW25rWovdN38P2ArzdPSCP3hi1-sb0311b.jpeg)
Learn to build effective feedback loops for AI products, connecting real user signals to model metrics for continuous improvement and better performance.

### [18. The T-Shaped Product Manager 2019 (Part 1 — Core Competencies)](https://hackernoon.com/the-t-shaped-product-manager-2019-part-1-core-competencies-c1c65456c4d9)
![](https://hackernoon.com/hn-images/1*aGccFhzX-aLlQ8zmW5uKKg.png)
Read more about these contributors and things they shared in January of 2019 in the <a href="https://medium.com/@valentine_27308/the-state-of-product-management-blogs-january-2019-feae486426fd" target="_blank">last overview.</a>

### [19. Building a Data Analytics Platform to Streamline the Temporary Labor Sector](https://hackernoon.com/building-a-data-analytics-platform-to-streamline-the-temporary-labor-sector)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/JT8PoynXQmYP92waUX1nYlVf9Im1-oz136lk.webp)
How Maruti Techlabs developed a cutting-edge data analytics platform that optimized workforce management, reduced costs, and maximized productivity.


### [20. How Discord Became the Most Successful US Consumer App in the Last 5 Years](https://hackernoon.com/how-discord-became-the-most-successful-us-consumer-app-in-the-last-5-years-gw8q3zai)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/f8gx3wwc.png)
I recently came across this very interesting Twitter thread which claims that:

### [21. Driving Mobile App Growth, Part 2: Essential Product-Led Strategies](https://hackernoon.com/driving-mobile-app-growth-part-2-essential-product-led-strategies)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/3Jiq1sfwrARhh8ADIz7fZYMbMRC2-czt3x82.jpeg)
Product-led strategies for building active user base and increasing key growth metrics in mobile apps.

### [22. Entry Level Resources for Becoming a Product Manager](https://hackernoon.com/entry-level-resources-for-becoming-a-product-manager-p06j32fl)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/90o3yjq.png)
If you have decided to transition into product management but do not know how to begin, you are definitely not alone. This career was ranked as the top 5 job on LinkedIn's Most Promising Jobs for 2019, and in extension has gained many enthusiasts.

### [23. Can You Use ChatGPT to Save Time Doing Day-to-day Product Management Tasks?](https://hackernoon.com/can-you-use-chatgpt-to-save-time-doing-day-to-day-product-management-tasks)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/aEHB1C2ASHaqXrQQcTY5BUeyVPD2-ec936lg.jpeg)
Product managers, especially in startups, have to deal with a ton of different tasks on a daily basis. Could some of those tasks be made easier with ChatGPT?

### [24. Claude Desktop + MCP Quietly Transformed my Product Thinking](https://hackernoon.com/claude-desktop-mcp-quietly-transformed-my-product-thinking)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ETUCaaeQF4UMzvIWBlN1T9PgdqN2-mb036i1.png)
Discover how Claude Desktop with MCP tools eliminated digital fragmentation, enabling deeper product thinking and transforming weeks of work into hours.

### [25. Learn How To Drive Sustainable Revenue With Product-Led Growth](https://hackernoon.com/learn-how-to-drive-sustainable-revenue-with-product-led-growth)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/QCzUXmup1gWrS723VFnOS8C4jQ03-7193spo.jpeg)
Product-led growth is achieved through exceptional product experience, resulting in customer acquisition, engagement, and increased revenue.

### [26. The State of The Noonion: Blogging Our Way Through the AI Boom](https://hackernoon.com/the-state-of-the-noonion-blogging-our-way-through-the-ai-boom)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/zhLunuihpBhk4IjuH4amrounSwE2-yff3chb.png)
HackerNoon’s 2016–2026 evolution: $727k Q4 revenue, 62% Business Blogging CAGR, 4.4M monthly pageviews, and resilient, AI-aware publishing.

### [27. Explore Must-Know Technical Concepts For Product Managers: Your Guide to the Mind of a Dev](https://hackernoon.com/explore-must-know-technical-concepts-for-product-managers-your-guide-to-the-mind-of-a-dev)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/M6G22rxQzLTqx37eMqcSVG1Ybvj2-rm93v5n.jpeg)
A relevant list of software-related concepts that every product manager should know to better understand a developer's point of view.

### [28. Finding the Right Development Tool and Platform for a Vehicle HMI ](https://hackernoon.com/finding-the-right-development-tool-and-platform-for-a-vehicle-hmi)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/YUdCgmu42Yh5CZla6sOxIAU6Juq1-y493pgq.jpeg)
The key challenges and crossroads for selecting a platform and UI Development tool for an Automotive HMI system.

### [29. Creating User-Centric Crypto Products: The Importance of Customer Feedback](https://hackernoon.com/creating-user-centric-crypto-products-the-importance-of-customer-feedback)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/58y6HVCGyJOQoHIkUdze6TnxnCN2-ut9399a.jpeg)
Learn why user feedback is essential for crypto platforms, how to collect it effectively, and the challenges faced in managing customer insights

### [30. Decluttering Advanced RAG in Building Federated Systems for your Digital Products](https://hackernoon.com/decluttering-advanced-rag-in-building-federated-systems-for-your-digital-products)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/0t7sdoMAj1Y28eVhX4su9RdyKaH3-vi937gw.png)
RAG - Retrieval Augmented Generation, Vector Database, Database Pipeline, Product Development

### [31. 7 Giant Businesses That Started in Garages and Basements ](https://hackernoon.com/7-giant-businesses-that-started-in-garages-and-basements-cp6l36sy)
![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1529867094037-62cb612ab829?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&q=80&fm=jpg&crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&w=1080&fit=max&ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEwMDk2Mn0)
When we think of the world's most successful companies, we think about large offices and employees that were there from the very beginning. In fact, many companies started their business in the founder's bedroom or garage.

### [32. How to Design a Flexible Database Model](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-design-a-flexible-database-model)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/t7jQ5r7J69Xka9L0AUfquWBggzO2-sh93cux.jpeg)
Handling these business changes at a data store level can be a nightmare for software engineers if the design of the underlying model does not account for adapt

### [33. 3 Open Source Product Information Management (PIM) Solutions](https://hackernoon.com/3-open-source-product-information-management-pim-solutions-zk2k3zbr)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F9ie0eZp0YHMii1rv6sE2a2IbQUR2-85k3xii.jpeg?alt=media&token=9b6aa70c-6fc4-413d-a0dc-a6551b9063ab)
There are many commercial Product Information Management (PIM) solutions available on the market. And there are 3 free open source solutions: Akeneo, Pimcore and OpenPIM that you can use to implement a PIM system in your company. I am going to compare these 3 solutions with each other.

### [34. Maximizing the Power of Hypotheses in Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/maximizing-the-power-of-hypotheses-in-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/5wpKgV75aONqkTJlafw2yQmK9yd2-f993rer.jpeg)
How to work effectively with hypotheses, enabling them to navigate the complexities of product development 


### [35. Market Analysis and Competitor Research: Uncovering Opportunities for Product Innovation](https://hackernoon.com/market-analysis-and-competitor-research-uncovering-opportunities-for-product-innovation)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/studying-the-competition-q3mvmuagjoyi8khlt8cnn451.png)
In the present dynamic and competitive business environment, product managers play a crucial role in pushing innovation...

### [36. Using a Spreadsheet to Build a Mobile App (in 3 hours)](https://hackernoon.com/using-a-spreadsheet-to-build-a-mobile-app-in-3-hours-5mdf3yu5)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/bli53zzw.jpg)
As a product builder↗️, I built micro tools to solve my own problems. For example: article tool, portfolio tracker, SaaS tracker, habit tracker, and finance tracker

### [37. How to Optimize SaaS Pricing for Maximum Profitability](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-optimize-saas-pricing-for-maximum-profitability)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/DwIgvlREY3Q0ke2WmBP9AgYSEgr2-yz833bn.jpeg)
A systematic approach to SaaS pricing adjustments can bring you exceptional results when done correctly

### [38. Finding THE Product Market Fit: Don’t Just Talk to Your Users](https://hackernoon.com/finding-the-product-market-fit-dont-just-talk-to-your-users)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-5u02v07.jpeg)
Most early-stage product teams fall into a dangerous pattern: they treat user feedback like gospel, but only collect it from one lens.

### [39. Meeting Customer Needs With User-Centric Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/meeting-customer-needs-with-user-centric-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/happy-customers-pdlg4k2msrf5fcfw0lzanel9.png)
In a nutshell, user-centric product development implies attentiveness to the client's needs. This approach puts the customer at the heart of the product

### [40. EdTech Startup Ups and Downs: Launching a Product in the USA](https://hackernoon.com/edtech-startup-ups-and-downs-launching-a-product-in-the-usa)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/a-robotic-teacher-reading-a-book-to-students-waterpaint-artstyle-r4d4h8cecc3p7bcxq1sp134y.png)
We brought a unique coding platform and cohort-based model to the U.S. market. It didn't go as planned. Here is why and how we fixed it.

### [41. Be More Successful in Business by Learning to Envision Things [A How To Guide]](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-be-more-successful-in-business-by-learning-to-envision-things-kkr324c)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/8jfe32u7.png)
Starting a business is one of the hardest and perhaps meaningful things you can do in life, but not everyone is successful at it.

### [42. How to Use ChatGPT to Sell Luxury Yachts: Real Use Cases](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-use-chatgpt-to-sell-luxury-yachts-real-use-cases)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/jeWU31yO8oQKqCOhh8TzrL9H84i2-jv9367a.jpeg)
Real use cases of using ChatGPT in the real yachting business. Bossting sales & building sales guide using AI.

### [43. Say Goodbye to Scrum and Kanban: Welcome 6-week Product Cycle](https://hackernoon.com/say-goodbye-to-scrum-and-kanban-welcome-6-week-product-cycle-sj683wc1)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-jt82qpu.jpeg)
Up until pretty recently my company’s tech team managed its projects through a Kanban-board. In practice this entailed that we’d come up with a product roadmap for the 12 months ahead and would start working on this from top to bottom, moving tickets through the usual swimming lanes as we went.

### [44. Is AI the End of Sustainability?](https://hackernoon.com/is-ai-the-end-of-sustainability)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/k6AorYKZ74YGhuSPRltHKJmqk3m1-2p039gh.jpeg)
Kateryna Korotieieva explores how product managers can build sustainable, AI-powered products by focusing on resilience, ethics, and long-term value.

### [45. Why a Product Designer Needs Illustrations, and How to Draw Them Quickly](https://hackernoon.com/why-a-product-designer-needs-illustrations-and-how-to-draw-them-quickly)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/vxVSPGKwioacsSd1Iw5XdYEklLD3-xl92vuv.png)
In this article, you'll discover the importance of illustrations for product designers and learn some quick drawing techniques to improve your skills.

### [46. Innovation in The Yachting Industry: What to Build in a Not-So-Known Industry](https://hackernoon.com/innovating-yachting-industry-what-to-build-in-a-not-so-known-industry)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/jeWU31yO8oQKqCOhh8TzrL9H84i2-4sb3pfb.jpeg)
What's the main digitalization trends in the yachting industry and points to specific areas of improvement where AI-based solutions should be applied?

### [47. Boosting Customer Loyalty: Key Lessons Learned from a 20% NPS Drop](https://hackernoon.com/boosting-customer-loyalty-key-lessons-learned-from-a-20percent-nps-drop)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/illustrate-a-class-room-where-all-the-students-are-wearing-suits-clh0j5y49000001s6eu6y6tkk.png)
Learn how Atlas, a biomedical holding company, found growth opportunities for their genetic testing products, and the results they encountered along the way. 

### [48. The Notion Template I Built for Optimal Personal Productivity ](https://hackernoon.com/the-notion-template-i-built-for-optimal-personal-productivity-xn7c3ttb)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-znc3ug1.jpeg?alt=media&token=fb9917e8-35d6-4e57-8d74-cef98c8c8b91)
As a product builder↗️, I build micro tools to solve my own problems. For example article tool, event app, meal box app, finance tracker, SaaS tracker, Notion portfolio, and habit tracker. 

### [49. Lessons From Our Story of Looking for a Working Business Model for an Online Consultation Platform](https://hackernoon.com/lessons-from-our-story-of-looking-for-a-working-business-model-for-an-online-consultation-platform)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-i192g4k.jpeg)
How we looked for a working business model for an online consultation platform with doctors and what came out of it.

### [50. Build an eCommerce Mobile App using Google Sheets, Stripe And Glide](https://hackernoon.com/build-an-ecommerce-mobile-app-using-google-sheets-stripe-and-glide-cb1f3tua)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-oy5l3vro.jpeg?alt=media&token=7123db49-d7b3-4c20-b508-2995cba6897c)
Last week, one of my Product2kit customers who bought a no-code template asked if I can create a template for eCommerce use cases. I took his idea and came up with this online sneaker store. Here’s my app building process:

### [51. Unlock the Secret to Startup Success by Mastering the Explore-Exploit Loop](https://hackernoon.com/unlock-the-secret-to-startup-success-by-mastering-the-explore-exploit-loop)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ekG9jTnTqmaV0offB3XQIFqYrY93-zca36nn.jpeg)
Startups need to strike a balance between seeking new opportunities and maximizing the existing ones.

### [52. The Ultimate Guide to Product Experiments and How to Use Them](https://hackernoon.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-product-experiments-and-how-to-use-them)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/product-design-wpmlcrdt500svhayhjmq1fz7.png)
In product management, the path from creating an idea to its actual release can often be complex and demanding.

### [53. My Experience of Using Notion to Build this All-in-One Job Application Tracker](https://hackernoon.com/my-experience-of-using-notion-to-build-this-all-in-one-job-application-tracker-ul4x3393)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/EYszpjDHVjdzsQh1bKZjqckHFBu2-g9g7339h.jpeg)
I have attempted to build a Notion template which serves as a job application tracker and different aspects of a job search making the process more conducive.

### [54. How to Run Impact Analysis Without an A/B Test?](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-run-impact-analysis-without-an-ab-test)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/rzLjEgXM09f7sZsCMSUVi2hPtVW2-y7038km.png)
A practical guide to Propensity Score Matching — learn how to estimate treatment effects without running a traditional A/B test.

### [55. 5 Fun Ways Designers Can Help Product Teams Be More User-centric](https://hackernoon.com/5-fun-ways-designers-can-help-product-teams-be-more-user-centric)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/P7L5SBc8GeVuDnSZSzTHWx8Te0J2-7093lhx.jpeg)
Product designers and researchers are the voices of the users. Check out the 5 fun and inclusive ways to help product teams build more user empathy. 

### [56. Collaborative Approaches to Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/collaborative-approaches-to-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/two-rock-climbers-helping-each-other-uotjvfrewx6bb0wrbjgwu3vb.png)
Collaborative Approaches to Product Development: Bridging the Gap between Engineering and Product Teams


### [57. The Product-Led Approach: Principles, Benefits, Examples, Alternatives](https://hackernoon.com/the-product-led-approach-principles-benefits-examples-alternatives-mn323uc7)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FANOvK6YEO3VsptqSywRdUlk1LnD3-ov73uet.jpeg?alt=media&token=54bcc827-41c2-4f04-ab04-fcb4a7190b89)
Some of us in product take it for granted that a product-led approach is the way to operate. However, all too often our stakeholders – sales, marketing, our boss’s boss, even our own team – may need some convincing. 

### [58. AI Meets Ethics: Navigating Bias and Fairness in Data Science Models](https://hackernoon.com/ai-meets-ethics-navigating-bias-and-fairness-in-data-science-models)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/wKW29AV8BvMKoNyzlYYUrT5tOUv2-jp933nl.jpeg)
Explore a product developer's journey in tackling AI bias and fairness. Learn how ethical considerations shape AI design, ensuring technology benefits everyone.

### [59. Top Product Development Companies (USA & Europe)](https://hackernoon.com/top-product-development-companies-usa-and-europe-9hct3w6c)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/NpclsXHLfPf1qjBCjmjlbDg2CFo1-lp82roj.jpeg)
Finding a reliable product development company can be a real challenge. It might involve going through dozens of reviews, numerous lists of the best in the biz, and finally feeling frustrated and overwhelmed with the information. Cancel the search party; you’re in the right place. Below is the list of top eight custom software development companies from all over the globe that not only know how to code but can turn your ideas into real-time software solutions.

### [60. A Smarter Way to Understand and Reduce Product Churn](https://hackernoon.com/a-smarter-way-to-understand-and-reduce-product-churn)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/t5NaPPSokkTFpM1n10qGcGeltKu2-6y238qk.jpeg)
Discover a practical framework to identify, measure, and reduce product churn — even for irregular-use apps.

### [61. Common Pitfalls in Setting up A/B Tests](https://hackernoon.com/common-pitfalls-in-setting-up-ab-tests)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/sAkwGK2IpHc11IlYYcLVTUrW7Es1-yf93p5c.jpeg)
Identify common A/B testing pitfalls and learn to over come them. 

### [62. Things to Consider When You are Building a SaaS Product From Scratch](https://hackernoon.com/building-a-saas-product-from-scratch-things-to-consider-e3s32tu)
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SaaS is not a buzzword in 2019! It's a proven, efficient and most widely used model to deliver software to customers. SaaS stands for software as a service, which means the software is delivered as a continuous service over the web/internet where the customer doesn't have to download and install the product on his system. Examples of popular SaaS products include Zoho, Salesforce, Mailchimp, Twilio, etc.

### [63. The Most Important Stages of SaaS Application Design](https://hackernoon.com/the-most-important-stages-of-saas-application-design)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/HHLVTFLGXCMmtn4FELoy7GTLCzc2-wj93qj3.jpeg)
While every startup has their journey, SaaS application designing and development has their SDLC. Here's what you need to learn about them. 

### [64. Changing Career Paths from Developer to Product Manager](https://hackernoon.com/changing-career-paths-from-developer-to-product-manager-mx3l37df)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/WtcPbiqG1KO3H4g87gh4IJ9lbmK2-o25q35ve.jpeg)
More and more developers are eyeing up Product Management as their next big career move. There's got to be a good reason for this trending transition...right?

### [65. Using Low-Code Development to Streamline Internal Business Processes](https://hackernoon.com/using-low-code-development-to-streamline-internal-business-processes)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/a-laptop-in-an-office-d67c0lsigr8hkljn9b8zabga.png)


### [66. UX Design: 6 Things I Want to Share with My Junior Designer Self](https://hackernoon.com/ux-design-6-things-i-want-to-share-with-my-junior-designer-self)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/P7L5SBc8GeVuDnSZSzTHWx8Te0J2-hu93l6m.jpeg)
6 tips for new grad and junior UX designers from a Staff Product Designer at Meta and Google. 

### [67. Stop “Running” your Design Sprints: Prioritizing Results Over Process](https://hackernoon.com/stop-running-your-design-sprints-prioritizing-results-over-process)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/P7L5SBc8GeVuDnSZSzTHWx8Te0J2-5cl3l13.jpeg)
5 tips on how to run result-focused design sprints from a designer at Meta & Google. Take your design sprints to another level. 

### [68. The Engineer's Handbook for Effective ML Product Roadmapping](https://hackernoon.com/the-engineers-handbook-for-effective-ml-product-roadmapping)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/UMutjPoKQHQgc9GbwcEQ4cskg6b2-utb35s9.jpeg)
The story describes how to write a product roadmap if you are a machine learning engineer: difficulties and best practices

### [69. Why Feature Prioritization Will Always Be an Art](https://hackernoon.com/why-feature-prioritization-will-always-be-an-art)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/qoLHYfcX5zQGG2Zq795l864DMVZ2-mo93phv.jpeg)
Product management is more of an art than a science, and its unique deliverables depend largely on the personality of the product manager.

### [70. How I Built a Chatbot for Studying Foreign Languages Using Coze](https://hackernoon.com/how-i-built-a-chatbot-for-studying-foreign-languages-using-coze)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/j7LfFn7rioNbMHkPK5AaM5RFxKo1-0903ack.jpeg)
Discover how to build and integrate a chatbot for language learning with Coze AI, using Next.js.

### [71. How To Manage Technical Debt With the Barbell Strategy](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-manage-technical-debt-with-the-barbell-strategy)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ekG9jTnTqmaV0offB3XQIFqYrY93-lt936uw.jpeg)
The barbell strategy is a valuable approach for companies looking to balance the need for innovation and stability in their software systems. 

### [72. Why a Four-Week Work Cycle is Perfect for Complex Product Releases](https://hackernoon.com/why-a-four-week-work-cycle-is-perfect-for-complex-product-releases)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9MDGkdkdIFMGi5LDWNbuzAufTAH3-ks03dcf.png)
Explore four-week iterations for B2B products. Learn agile planning, RFC 2119 prioritisation, and strategies for stable releases in complex systems

### [73. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Product Builders](https://hackernoon.com/the-7-habits-of-highly-effective-product-builders-jsn3ehp)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-u5173xko.jpeg?alt=media&token=6bab307b-f6f4-4e5a-8396-6f7acb679e7a)
Note: This article is part of my toolkit newsletters↗️ where I share resources about building things. Join me :)

### [74. Developing a Bespoke Roadside Assistance App with React Native](https://hackernoon.com/developing-a-bespoke-roadside-assistance-app-with-react-native)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/JT8PoynXQmYP92waUX1nYlVf9Im1-wj037fm.webp)
Maruti Techlabs offers end-to-end product development. Innovate, validate, and launch with our expert team guiding you every step.


### [75. Follow these 5 Simple Steps to Write a Software Requirements Specification (SRS) Document](https://hackernoon.com/follow-these-5-simple-steps-to-write-a-software-requirements-specification-srs-document)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/04RBQUokhMcaEo331itGHu88zIw1-x293pn7.jpeg)
During my career, I’ve seen dozens of SRS documents for projects ranging in size using both agile and waterfall development methodologies.

### [76. Exploring the Best React Design Patterns in 2021](https://hackernoon.com/exploring-the-best-react-design-patterns-in-2021-vjz3471)
![](https://hackernoon.com/images/XeG8pux45khbf8wrmTFocIiau5g1-9cd34es.jpeg)
There is no denying the immense popularity and practicality of React. In this article, we take a look at a few of the important React design patterns. 

### [77. I Built a Product with a No-Code Tool and Pitched it to VCs](https://hackernoon.com/-i-used-drag-and-drop-programs-to-smash-entrepreneurship-competitions-in-college-dont-let-codin-rwi32mb)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/to1e324k.png)
Don’t Let Coding Become a Necessary Evil

### [78. An Impossible Timeline: Can Seven Apple Trees Grow an Apple for One Month?](https://hackernoon.com/an-impossible-timeline-can-seven-apple-trees-grow-an-apple-for-one-month)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/3O6oKhmVHLPgbBNX2t1sXDLzMPw2-mi92hzp.jpeg)


### [79. How To Develop A New Product Development Strategy: From Idea to Commercialization](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-develop-a-new-product-development-strategy-from-idea-to-commercialization-oepj32tf)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-0b82qug.jpeg)
When it comes to successful new product development, productivity is key. Entrepreneurs seeking to remain relevant, efficacious and profitable must continuously conceive and develop new products that not only make it to the market, but also deliver great value to target audience members. 

### [80. State of the Noonion 2024: HackerNoon Keeps on Blogging](https://hackernoon.com/state-of-the-noonion-2024-hackernoon-keeps-on-blogging)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/zhLunuihpBhk4IjuH4amrounSwE2-vu932qf.jpeg)
Revenue is slightly down, traffic is slightly up, rate of product development is up, and expenses are down. Read all about it here!

### [81. Avoid These Mistakes to Monetize Internet Products Profitably](https://hackernoon.com/avoid-these-mistakes-to-monetize-internet-products-profitably)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-f3a3l8x.jpeg)
Internet products often fail to monetize for various reasons. As a full-time product builder, I've learned valuable lessons from my own failures.

### [82. Defeating Hydra: The Growing Problem of Complexity in Web Development](https://hackernoon.com/defeating-hydra-the-growing-problem-of-complexity-in-web-development-g03t37l1)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/GEFWQdi1NnMG4LoDUtSIkpTo46S2-qud235qo.jpeg)
Why web development is stupidly complicated, and why the solutions are stupidly simple

### [83. 100 Days of AI Day 1: From Newsletter to Podcast, Leveraging AI for Audio Transformation](https://hackernoon.com/100-days-of-ai-day-1-from-newsletter-to-podcast-leveraging-ai-for-audio-transformation)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Y14t1a3ZEoT7RE6300ayez7dRN83-ka93bie.jpeg)
How to use the OpenAI API to convert your newsletter into a podcast. Part of the 100 Days of AI.

### [84. What Are Feature Flags? A Product Manager's Overview ](https://hackernoon.com/what-are-feature-flags-a-product-managers-overview)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9Gby6PELpjQmxFLF10XleF0L1T53-mhc3kfb.jpeg)
Feature flags give product managers room to experiment with features. It allows the gradual rollout and enables them to streamline audience access to features

### [85. The Discovery Phase of a Project: A Practical Guide](https://hackernoon.com/the-discovery-phase-of-a-project-a-practical-guide)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/dtsFKqwL3KZ43BFFEoYwTdyns4r1-is93qy5.jpeg)
We often get the itch of wanting to turn it into a functional app right away. But diving into development without the so-called discovery phase might be fatal.

### [86. Slop Isn’t the Problem. It’s the Symptom.](https://hackernoon.com/slop-isnt-the-problem-its-the-symptom)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/1vQ6UmzaynWRRSMXjFIX7TLZBpe2-ok03f26.png)
When teams move fast without shared meaning, quality dissolves quietly. Why slop is a symptom of interpretation lag, not a technology failure.

### [87. How to Maximize the Value of User Stories](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-maximize-the-value-of-user-stories)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/0AJ5ZArcAhe8KPiPNtydBCEGh8x1-ez93phx.jpeg)
Many development teams suffer from misunderstanding of business requirements. User Story turns out a round table for discussions over future achievements.

### [88. The Secrets to Building a World-Class Software Engineering Team to Create Cutting-Edge Products ](https://hackernoon.com/the-secrets-to-building-a-world-class-software-engineering-team-to-create-cutting-edge-products)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/wTcwSxJr3QNKjKqTZ0xDuVzeCcE3-6493tpp.jpeg)
Skilled IT workers are challenging to find and keep – and the talent shortage is bound to continue in 2022. But there’s a recipe that’s guaranteed to work...

### [89. What Product Managers Should Know About App Testing](https://hackernoon.com/what-product-managers-should-know-about-app-testing)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9Gby6PELpjQmxFLF10XleF0L1T53-jgd3kpf.jpeg)
Even if you are not directly concerned with QA and testing, it is recommended that you at least know the types of tests that need to be run at various...

### [90. How Loop Is Building A Virtual Restaurant Operating System](https://hackernoon.com/how-we-built-a-virtual-restaurant-operating-system)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/88uWqVknF7VJRL9QFgBe8kS59O53-yg93sk6.jpeg)
Sundar Annamalai and Vinod Pachipulusu about starting Loop as a virtual restaurant platform to help restaurants with their business.

### [91. 10 Lessons I Learned as a First-time Tech Product Founder](https://hackernoon.com/10-lessons-i-learned-as-a-first-time-tech-product-founder)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-9t92gu4.png)
In this story, I am sharing the details of how we took Blockroll from just an idea to a launched product and what I learned as a startup founder in six months.

### [92. How I Built and Shipped My Revenue-Ready MVP in 4 Hours By Using Low-Code Approach](https://hackernoon.com/how-i-built-and-shipped-my-revenue-ready-mvp-in-4-hours-yd1j3z70)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/eur32vf.jpg)
All you need is an idea, the right tools and an audience.

### [93. Road To Front- End Developer in 2023](https://hackernoon.com/road-to-front-end-developer-in-2023)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/UvRFeQfNAHfRmWtHpo94jvssVGG3-tc92k4e.jpeg)
To become a good frontend developer, you must be aware of the importance of frontend development and its role in creating websites and web applications.

### [94. This Monetization Approach Is Becoming More Prominent in Software Sales](https://hackernoon.com/this-monetization-approach-is-becoming-more-prominent-in-software-sales)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/libt2PgxytgFxFcHUwB7QQQmCr42-5h034jt.png)
As usage-based pricing options grow in popularity, see how offering flexibility can complement - rather than replace - software subscription models.

### [95. 5 Spicy Product Management Takes](https://hackernoon.com/5-spicy-product-management-takes)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-vj82m5o.jpeg)
Five spicy takes on product management topics: roadmaps, scrum, frameworks, and more.

### [96. 6 No-Code Tools To Help Your Business Automation and Product Launches](https://hackernoon.com/6-no-code-tools-to-help-your-business-automation-and-product-launches-bg3l3wv9)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FF7Ll8TuSCVb6UBqlCrCYjPNMget2-zr2m3tee.jpeg?alt=media&token=fa2e6ccc-d912-4ba6-b8bc-a8250cde2b37)
A few years ago, the launch of any online business was associated with many difficulties. It was necessary to find developers who will build your website. 

### [97. Emerging SaaS Billing Options For Indie Hackers](https://hackernoon.com/emerging-saas-billing-options-for-indie-hackers)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/IvbdQ1TqYah1YOpyYrdKkxL8FwG2-kqa3jyo.jpeg)
We no longer have to be at the mercy of Stripe or Gumroad. There are alternatives for the billing part like Paddle or Fastspring that we explore here

### [98. How too Much Love for Your Code Can Hurt the Product](https://hackernoon.com/how-too-much-love-for-your-code-can-hurt-the-product)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/1x7gstfBXxT7txbB0NGybZQ8iLk1-ch93n6r.jpeg)
A story about how important it is to keep a smooth balance between complexity and simplicity while building software. 

### [99. Start with a Prototype, Follow with an MVP and Then Get to the Final Product](https://hackernoon.com/guide-to-the-main-stages-of-tech-startup-development-m42bs3ziq)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2a1gd3znt.jpg)
Your Guide to the Main Stages of Tech Startup Development

### [100. Think Like an AI PM](https://hackernoon.com/think-like-an-ai-pm)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ENP2FakfMTamol4a2wlZFTN4hTI3-my03b9y.gif.webp)
This article demystifies how AI‑first product development differs from traditional PM practices.

### [101. How AWS Empowers Intercom to Thrive as a Product-First Company](https://hackernoon.com/how-aws-empowers-intercom-to-thrive-as-a-product-first-company)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/wRNYvtpOEveLDNeF8rW4HD5W26D2-mf03rh5.png)
How a product-first company thinks

### [102. 5 Essential Software Architecture Design Principles ](https://hackernoon.com/5-essential-software-architecture-design-principles-l73x3win)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FnhqEdP9ERCRp7J5czNOC8UWdo1R2-h59c3wuw.jpeg?alt=media&token=56d525b0-d4ca-4d44-9bc8-34ac495902b7)
This post will talk about popular design principles used in the software architecture world. Architecture is about the decisions you wish you could get right early in a product or project lifecycle.

### [103. AI Wrapper Apps Are the New Hypercasual](https://hackernoon.com/ai-wrapper-apps-are-the-new-hypercasual)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/evSb8xt4GRWtd6k24v2GaHFh1CV2_dq0k5a4.jpeg)
The current explosion of AI-Wrapper apps mirror the rise of hypercasual in 2018-2021. 

### [104. Devs: Write Some Code for Yourself and Earn Cash](https://hackernoon.com/write-some-code-for-yourself-software-developers-and-ear-some-extra-cash)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/I00uChiTNvOuFzJcS5bggZy2UEr1-0sc34u4.jpeg)
A case study for all software developers to earn with side hustle by using their skills to earn extra cash

### [105. Breaking Into Product Management: A Guide](https://hackernoon.com/breaking-into-product-management-a-guide-892e3tqd)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2Fx3ovF2hn0Bb4kaTBhpXLzXqbZAH2-by3x3u2y.jpeg?alt=media&token=04d5578f-b605-4278-925e-46dc1a0c12cc)
Over the last 2 weeks, 7 friends have asked me how they can break into Product Management. Additionally, I have got an opportunity to interview several people from product management roles over the last year where I see first time candidates making the same mistakes over and over again.

### [106. Redesigning consumer email & tinkering with spam](https://hackernoon.com/exmail-a-cool-new-email-4-the-internet)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/tWZU17QNw7Qju7CE2ZJQSYwg3nl1-is93x5d.jpeg)
I got bored and drew a new Gmail client that magically solves all of the problems that our email clients have with such style and grace. eXmail.

### [107. How to Set Up an Experiment Environment for Data-Driven Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-set-up-an-experiment-environment-for-data-driven-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/cSAKd5lHO1h1I7FCHCKEDqY2Uoj1-faf36kx.jpeg)
Designing the experiment environment to enable A B testing for your product or service. Assign users to different groups and measure results of experiment 

### [108. I Built a Tool to Help You Sketch Out an MVP Proposal in Minutes](https://hackernoon.com/i-built-a-tool-to-help-you-sketch-out-an-mvp-proposal-in-minutes-ts2v3wy5)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/FlRGjciVp3fbWDvvOGdVFcuFTef2-xrb2bgv.jpeg)
How would you go from an idea to a potential product?

### [109. The Gamification Playbook:  Mastering the Art of Engaging Product Building](https://hackernoon.com/the-gamification-playbook-mastering-the-art-of-engaging-product-building)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/hUOkKp2ToNROdlKdq6rfv0tSiiq2-mr93xky.png)
Gamification is more than a trendy buzzword; it's a potent tool.

### [110. Software is a House: Unveiling the Parallels Between Product and Property](https://hackernoon.com/software-is-a-house-unveiling-the-parallels-between-product-and-property)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/D5MApSvD1Rb0MhjW31WuVbcdLTO2-m894wjl.jpeg)
An extended analogy of software to home ownership 

### [111. Top 4 Classic Software Development Books](https://hackernoon.com/top-4-classic-software-development-books-9b1i3tc0)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FANOvK6YEO3VsptqSywRdUlk1LnD3-npc3e2z.jpeg?alt=media&token=a52d0676-475b-49d1-974e-f6dcda94dee3)
Much of modern problems in software development have actually been solved and we keep forgetting this to our peril. Every day something pops up in a conversation, on one of our teams or on socials that can be addressed by a book from years and sometimes decades ago. 

### [112. What I Learned From Open-Sourcing 2 of My Side Projects](https://hackernoon.com/what-i-learned-from-open-sourcing-2-of-my-side-projects)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/gzb4wpPqu0Y3vTmkubxXXyxoTKf2-8093t08.jpeg)
Use real experiences to turn ideas into actions, optimize productivity, use AI, and master diverse skills. Empower your journey.

### [113. User Personas in Product Management - Why They're Necessary](https://hackernoon.com/user-personas-in-product-management-why-is-it-necessary-3f3732h5)
![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1509448870878-79f063dd76b8?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&q=80&fm=jpg&crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&w=1080&fit=max&ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEwMDk2Mn0)
Why a PM should care about the particularities of the users? Well, that is the irrelevant part of a product development, as you should know what the users demand. 

### [114. Principles of Product Management [NEW BOOK]](https://hackernoon.com/my-book-principles-of-product-management-is-now-available-9o1a32c2)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/sba43306.jpg)
In 2019, I decided to write a book to help new and aspiring product managers land a PM job and launch their careers. My Book, Principles of Product Management, is Now Available!

### [115. Interview with a Product Manager at Microsoft](https://hackernoon.com/interview-with-a-product-manager-at-microsoft-n81u3tww)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FxgAMUKwn6RYm4xuWiNMt0v2brYE2-lo373uxm.jpeg?alt=media&token=b2edc1c0-8874-4986-8325-45d1720e4c1e)
Felix is a Product Manager at Microsoft in the Azure cloud services organization. He’s got a very cool background: he’s started his own company and has gone to business school amongst a lot of other things. I had the chance to ask him some questions about his job.

### [116. Stop Confusing Agile Development with Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/stop-confusing-agile-development-with-product-development-t85u3yqd)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/pu8t3ytg.gif)
People keep confusing agile with product development but they are different concepts. It’s important to make this distinction because it actually matters. It isn’t just semantics, the confusion is causing us all problems. Understanding this difference may fundamentally change the approach most organisations take to building digital products.

### [117. A Deep Dive Into Product Manager Roles and Responsibilities](https://hackernoon.com/a-deep-dive-into-product-manager-roles-and-responsibilities-157z3azc)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/goth368x.png)
Product Manager as a function or practice is fairly old now. It has been around since 1931 (well at least in theory). It originated from a memo written by Neil McElroy, an Advertising Manager at Proctor and Gamble. He wrote this memo to the Executive Team of P&G suggesting the need of a “brand man”, a person solely responsible for the product and not the business.

### [118. What Does It Take to Get a Medical Device to Market?](https://hackernoon.com/what-does-it-take-to-get-a-medical-device-to-market)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/NpclsXHLfPf1qjBCjmjlbDg2CFo1-ta83v1e.jpeg)
From concept to market for medical devices, learn about regulations, development, launch, and postmarket management for new healthcare tech.

### [119. Want to Break into Product Management? – Here's How I Started](https://hackernoon.com/want-to-break-into-product-management-heres-how-i-started-xu393u3i)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F9Gby6PELpjQmxFLF10XleF0L1T53-93oi3up2.jpeg?alt=media&token=38d7908f-8d6c-4c96-9d86-5f58cd2b1015)
To become a product manager, I had to first ascertain what transferrable skills I had that would be relevant in product management and was ready to develop new ones that I did not yet have.

### [120. How to Find Minimum Viable Product-Market Fit (PMF)](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-find-minimum-viable-product-market-fit-pmf)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-p703a21.jpeg)
Focus on the problem, not the solution

### [121. 5 Steps to Build a SaaS Product That Gets Funded](https://hackernoon.com/5-steps-to-build-a-saas-product-that-gets-funded)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/dYFHnbCDjRewpGdWzSQy2UHNH7A2-p993kqu.jpeg)
Roughly a decade ago I decided to move away from my corporate job in investment banking in London to pursue something I always knew I wanted: to become an entrepreneur.

### [122. How to Determine the Features Necessary for Your MVP](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-determine-the-features-necessary-for-your-mvp)
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The right features of MVP will help you maintain your product quality and functionality, without budget and time overspending. 

### [123. How Our Open Source OS Pivot Accelerated Product Innovation](https://hackernoon.com/how-our-open-source-os-pivot-accelerated-product-innovation)
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Learn how a strategic shift in using fully open source software projects altered product development strategy and innovation.

### [124. Are You Focusing on the Right Product Metrics?](https://hackernoon.com/are-you-focusing-on-the-right-product-metrics)
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In this article, we'll delve into seven common mistakes that people often make when it comes to selecting and tracking product metrics.

### [125. Shifting from a sales-led growth to product-led growth mindset](https://hackernoon.com/shifting-from-a-sales-led-growth-to-product-led-growth-mindset-0gx354r)
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The transition from sales-led to product-led growth model: What are the benefits and challenges of the product-led growth model.

### [126. Addressing Complexity: A Product Manager's Comprehensive Guide to the Double Diamond Framework](https://hackernoon.com/addressing-complexity-a-product-managers-comprehensive-guide-to-the-double-diamond-framework)
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### [127. How to Review Pull Requests in 2022](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-review-pull-requests-in-2022)
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Someone in my Virtual Coffee community asked about getting better at reviewing pull requests (PR) today, which prompted this post. Hopefully, you find something

### [128. Improving SaaS activation rates, step by step tutorial. 42% to 76%!](https://hackernoon.com/how-i-improved-my-activation-rates-pit3ux6)
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A few months after launching my SaaS I realised I have a problem.

### [129. Top 5 Effective Product Positioning Strategies](https://hackernoon.com/top-5-effective-product-positioning-strategies)
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Product positioning is one of the most discussed topics in product marketing, and it could either make or mar the performance of any product that you developed.

### [130. How to Grow a Business and a Digital Product [Founder Interview]](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-grow-a-business-and-a-digital-product-founder-interview-ss5e3288)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/823u836su.gif)
Find here answers to the key questions often asked by novice entrepreneurs and product developers. The bare truth about entrepreneurship, a bitter taste of failures, the sweetness of triumphs, and first-hand experience - everything is blended here into a cocktail of product design and development insights. 

### [131. Decoding APIs for Product Managers](https://hackernoon.com/decoding-apis-for-product-managers-zro3ux9)
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A Product Manager and a Software Engineer walk into a bar.

### [132. Using a Product-Led Growth Mindset to Improve User Experience](https://hackernoon.com/using-a-product-led-growth-mindset-to-improve-user-experience)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ARCWTrgYpoc531106B2eMedWoT42-6393kc1.jpeg)
How changing the development mindset to a product-led-growth one can improve the user experience by focusing the thought process for the team's members.

### [133. Google Wave’s Misfire Is A Lesson for Today's Real-Time Collaboration Tools  ](https://hackernoon.com/google-waves-misfire-is-a-lesson-for-todays-real-time-collaboration-tools-o17i3y0u)
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When Google Wave previewed at the 2009 I/O conference, it was a tool like no other. Not only was it the first unified workspace and collaboration platform before the remote-work boom happened, but it also tried to solve many of the same problems we’re facing today.

### [134. Making Product Roadmaps Like You Mean It](https://hackernoon.com/making-product-roadmaps-like-you-mean-it-2p1v36cg)
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The state of affairs

### [135. The Nightmare Before Christmas : A Project Manager's Version](https://hackernoon.com/the-nightmare-before-christmas-the-pm-version-iv1f32vi)
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The Nightmare Before Christmas. We’ve seen it over and over again (if you still haven’t seen it, you should probably stop reading this). By now, you know all the songs by heart and, somehow, keep laughing at all the silly little jokes. Well, here’s a version of the story you probably haven’t heard before.

### [136. State of the Noonion 2025: Scaling Business Blogging and The Technology Publishing Network](https://hackernoon.com/state-of-the-noonion-2025-scaling-business-blogging-and-the-technology-publishing-network)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/zhLunuihpBhk4IjuH4amrounSwE2-u6034bo.png)
Revenue is up, expenses are down, our blogging network is growing, and audience metrics are thriving. Read all about it here!

### [137. Don’t Fall Into A Startup Trap: An Almost Perfect Survival Guide](https://hackernoon.com/dont-fall-into-a-startup-trap-an-almost-perfect-survival-guide)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Wu1Lu4ha47epygkapF2bqt75HZz1-6g931kx.jpeg)
Most startups fail because founders don’t pay attention to users. They always start with a brilliant idea that might be brilliant only to them.

### [138. The 5 Best ASP.Net-Based Shopping Carts ](https://hackernoon.com/the-5-best-aspnet-based-shopping-carts)
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This article will look at five of the most popular ASP.Net-based shopping carts that you can use for your online store.

### [139. Is Your Idea Worth Pursuing? Use This Framework to Find Out!](https://hackernoon.com/is-your-idea-worth-pursuing-use-this-framework-to-find-out)
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Validate startup ideas quickly using these 5 steps

### [140. From Pilot to GA: Turning Product Experiments into Full-Scale Launches](https://hackernoon.com/from-pilot-to-ga-turning-product-experiments-into-full-scale-launches)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/dVuhOOOnZSbfwhza74hJgyshqcj1-q4a3tz3.jpeg)
A pilot facilitates progression from limited availability to general availability. 

### [141. Risk Aversion Kills Startups](https://hackernoon.com/risk-aversion-kills-startups-qc1d33fy)
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One of the most important things you can do as a startup, and in life, is be smart about how you choose to invest your time and energy. Every meeting you schedule, feature you decide to build, or bug you decide to fix is ultimately a bet. You are betting that your actions will ultimately result in generating or capturing more value as a company.

### [142. Scoping Out The Elements Involved In Effective Product Management](https://hackernoon.com/scoping-out-the-elements-involved-in-effective-product-management-vhiq3wri)
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Product management has seen a lot of takers in the last few years. This field is so varied and versatile that putting bounds to it is a daunting task. Nevertheless, based on my experience and knowledge gained from the circles of product community; I have listed down different fundamental elements of product management. 

### [143. Innovation Validation Without a Product](https://hackernoon.com/innovation-validation-without-a-product-yf4b32fq)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/761r73ykf.png)
A Startup Model for Corporate Innovation

### [144. How Famous.ai Builds Businesses, Not Just Apps](https://hackernoon.com/how-famousai-builds-businesses-not-just-apps)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/7rEmNIeHNFOBfZZtUMQerOZIGGH3-cp03jjd.png)
Famous.ai lets anyone build full-stack apps with a single prompt—no code, no team, just launch. Alex Mehr explains how.

### [145. Defining the Problem in Your Data Science Project Can Lead to Success](https://hackernoon.com/defining-the-problem-in-your-data-science-project-can-lead-to-success)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/78fqQbyalRPQEvj6S8ImFfYmejb2-3la3sp7.jpeg)
Defining the Data Science Problems the right way is hard work. The failure rate of various data science initiatives is really high — often ~70-80%.

### [146. What is Abusability Testing and Why is it Necessary?](https://hackernoon.com/what-is-abusability-testing-and-why-is-it-necessary-k1q3wib)
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What does the future of online social networks look like?  We have seen how the most powerful social media networks have endangered democracy and public health. While there are interesting conversations today about what decentralized social networks might bring to bear to our online social lives, I want to raise a new approach that is critical to any product team -- particularly those building social features. 

### [147. Metrics to Help You Measure and Improve Your Products](https://hackernoon.com/metrics-to-help-you-measure-and-improve-your-products)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/MUo6MihNAVUIcUvRBbcToKZ7MKh1-qa93qot.jpeg)
Here, I will introduce you to different categories of success metrics and how are they used in a broader sense.

### [148. How Doing Product Discovery Can Help You Build A Truly Invincible Company](https://hackernoon.com/how-doing-product-discovery-can-help-you-build-a-truly-invincible-company-9p123wui)
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Many teams and organisations jump into build mode too early. Then they build something that customers reject, they miss the mark, or they need extra budget to get it there. When you suggest a Product Discovery as a way to help get better results it gets rejected. This article is a way to answer the question: “Why do Product Discovery?”

### [149. Integrating UI/UX Design in Agile Scrum Methodology](https://hackernoon.com/integrating-uiux-design-in-agile-scrum-methodology)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/user-interface-d6umfe7ln3o3ot5kydpq9gga.png)
Explore effective strategies for integrating UI/UX design into Scrum methodology and achieving seamless collaboration between design and development teams. 

### [150. The 9 Character Traits of Great Product Leaders](https://hackernoon.com/the-9-character-traits-of-great-product-leaders-752e3tr7)
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What are the key leadership qualities that inspire teams to build amazing products?

### [151. How to Make Your Team Miserable: 3 Anti-Patterns (not) to Follow](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-make-your-team-miserable-3-anti-patterns-not-to-follow)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Rb23uaREMkalhM7X3fdN0xnYgsT2-fcc30c6.jpeg)
Hold daily standups. Ideally, this will take an hour every day. 

### [152. 3 Architectural Design Patterns for Software Development](https://hackernoon.com/3-architectural-design-patterns-for-software-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/B9T1IUJcMIUtnDyj3ZT2HrbhQmj1-we93p84.jpeg)
Learn about software architectural patterns and their benefits and drawbacks.An architectural pattern is a general, reusable solution to a commonly  problem

### [153. Product Expert Asit Kumar Sahoo on Driving Business Growth With Innovative Supply Chain Solutions](https://hackernoon.com/product-expert-asit-kumar-sahoo-on-driving-business-growth-with-innovative-supply-chain-solutions)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/x935NujottUcz4sJMKoV7RyXJsD2-2ka3pbk.jpeg)
Product Expert Asit Kumar Sahoo on Driving Business Growth with Innovative Supply Chain Solutions

### [154. Your Data is the DNA of Artificial Intelligence](https://hackernoon.com/your-data-is-the-dna-of-artificial-intelligence-onng31ju)
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As society becomes increasingly AI-driven, the essential raw material to create artificial intelligence is your data.

### [155. My Experience With Reworking the Codebase of Low Cost Developers](https://hackernoon.com/what-happens-when-you-hire-low-cost-developers-0kv436uf)
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In over 10 years, I’ve interacted with many digital product creators, around 100 or even more. I have worked with many of them on their products too.

### [156. How to Add Contact Recommendations to VK Messenger](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-add-contact-recommendations-to-vk-messenger)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/MUo6MihNAVUIcUvRBbcToKZ7MKh1-jw93q3o.jpeg)
Here's how I managed to increase the user engagement of VK Messenger by adding a block of recommendations for contacts.

### [157. The Only Way to Know What Customers Want is to Release Your Product](https://hackernoon.com/the-only-way-to-know-what-customers-want-is-to-release-your-product-384j3un5)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FANOvK6YEO3VsptqSywRdUlk1LnD3-wf4o3ee7.jpeg?alt=media&token=cdd889cc-aeb0-4876-bb0c-88185304d151)
Let's weigh up the risks of releasing vs. the risks of not releasing. Many organisations worry about the risk of releasing more than the risks of not releasing. People focus on what will go wrong if you release a product instead of what opportunities you will miss if you don’t release. If you want to ship great products, you need to have a more balanced and constructive conversation. 

### [158. Prototyping: Expeditious Way to Make Money From Startup Idea ](https://hackernoon.com/prototyping-expeditious-way-to-make-money-from-startup-idea-3x1434vs)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-jx1s34h6.jpeg)
Learn how you can expeditiously and economically test startup ideas through prototyping. Explore different tools for prototyping your product.

### [159. TRIZ: The Problem-Solving Methodology for Product Managers](https://hackernoon.com/triz-the-problem-solving-methodology-for-product-managers)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-nk92bps.jpeg)
It's important to stay sharp and continuously develop our problem-solving abilities. That's why I made it a habit to practice a logic puzzle every day.

### [160. Change Management: How To Use Narratives To Make Better Products ](https://hackernoon.com/change-management-how-to-use-narratives-to-make-better-products-ey37p347r)
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The Unavoidable Essence of a Product Manager Role: How to succeed as a Change Manager through the power of Narratives.

### [161. 4 UX Concepts You Have to Know to Be a Better Developer](https://hackernoon.com/4-ux-concepts-you-have-to-know-to-be-a-better-developer-oq1232kt)
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Programming is great. You can create almost anything you can imagine. All that power at the tip of your fingers. But programming is also a lonely task. You can have a great team and go to a bunch of meetings, but the truth is you will spend most of your days coding alone with your computer as your only companion.

### [162. Don’t Push to Production on Friday. Yet.		](https://hackernoon.com/dont-push-to-production-on-friday-yet)
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Releasing code on Fridays can be risky. It's important to have a solid release process and quality control measures in place to minimise potential issues.

### [163. Product Expert Harish Srigiriraju Highlights Importance of Personalization in Digital Applications](https://hackernoon.com/product-expert-harish-srigiriraju-highlights-importance-of-personalization-in-digital-applications)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/wu6tOrr4qtctlaPnTvTzOBlytk43-1493q5q.jpeg)
Harish Srigiriraju is a product expert at one of the world’s leading telecom companies. He developed a model to personalize the home screen.

### [164. Using Low Code Tools to Ship Products Faster](https://hackernoon.com/using-low-code-tools-to-ship-products-faster-2w13369o)
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In this era of digital transformation, the ability to ship products quickly is a precious trait. Embracing the changes in technology and the newest innovations is no longer limited to the high-flying startups in Silicon Valley. Now, every company is becoming a technology company in some way.

### [165. 7 Reasons Why Django Framework is a Perfect Framework for Startups](https://hackernoon.com/7-reasons-why-django-framework-is-a-perfect-framework-for-startups)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/HPPbbfI3qCRzkK0B9szKVMDFt7A2-2893opj.png)
The programming language and the main framework are often crucial for startups. Here is why we think Django is a wise choice. 

### [166. Emergence of DevOps: Creating an Agile Culture in Product Engineering](https://hackernoon.com/emergence-of-devops-creating-an-agile-culture-in-product-engineering)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/PztIEUJLNDeVgvGc4YvbQpbQaqI2-88a30js.jpeg)
Before discussing the solution, let’s first understand the traditional software development cycle. 

### [167. Mastering Prioritization: Strategies for Effective Product Management](https://hackernoon.com/mastering-prioritization-strategies-for-effective-product-management)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/im2ltLlG42W7uN7uIyyTnnB3ouf2-tca32tm.jpeg)
In this article, we'll explore proven prioritization techniques that can help product managers and teams make informed decisions.

### [168. How to Create Effective Frontend Design Documents](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-create-effective-frontend-design-documents)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/zz3g1E514SPvE9SAaiBerWs9THs2-w693lud.jpeg)
Learn how to create effective frontend designs with this comprehensive guide. We cover everything from design principles to implementation strategies.

### [169. Product Managers Can Avoid Delays By Reducing Technical Debt](https://hackernoon.com/product-managers-can-avoid-delays-by-reducing-technical-debt-a6bp310p)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ySpu1hBXHrMRvb88XyZUQgx0l4K2-si2g31vu.gif)
PMs are ideally placed to create a workplace culture around preventing and responding to technical debt. Here are 7 actionable strategies to help PMs.

### [170. How AI Can Speed Up Your Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/how-ai-can-speed-up-your-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/7rZQG8JIO3NYU9IauGPyvfjr9Ru2-g292lxy.jpeg)
How to utilize AI-tools to accelerate the ideation, development, branding and go-to-market of your product.

### [171. A Guide to Network Gadgets that Contain Ping, NTP, TFTP, and Iperf](https://hackernoon.com/a-guide-to-network-gadgets-that-contain-ping-ntp-tftp-and-iperf-782b3w9f)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FyNJbnhbn2DgfeSxltc11PDdlv293-dvby3t4e.jpeg?alt=media&token=7e1142f7-1387-4533-92ab-2a8ebc9147b6)
In network-related product development and debugging, useful gadgets can often achieve more. Based on the network development scenario, RT-Thread developed the RT-Thread NetUtils component that collecting lots of easy-to-use network development tools for developers.

### [172. How to Test a Product Concept for $1,000](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-test-a-product-concept-for-$1000)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-c692f7v.png)
How to perform usability testing and prove a product hypothesis with only $1,000?

### [173. 13 Product Discovery Phases: A Step-by-Step Checklist for Success](https://hackernoon.com/13-product-discovery-phases-a-step-by-step-checklist-for-success)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/eEEgu5i7oPT43ELXf3sIwzEfwUF3-qxg39wy.webp)
A strong product discovery process reduces risk, aligns teams, and builds user-first products. Learn how discovery phases shape your product’s success.

### [174. Realize The Mistakes on The Way to The Success](https://hackernoon.com/realize-the-mistakes-on-the-way-to-the-success-731735fy)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/WtcPbiqG1KO3H4g87gh4IJ9lbmK2-t15235ue.jpeg)
Startups are unpredictable, but there are a few common mistakes that every product startup is doomed to make! What matters more, is how you react to them.

### [175. Dear Product Managers, Stop Building Things](https://hackernoon.com/dear-product-managers-stop-building-things-jo1d3xdz)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FTAQEbmhC3pQYHhkBG5rP0Veh9xS2-4k3e3uq1.webp?alt=media&token=6f86e8f1-7d7a-4928-866d-7fed34c0eb77)
Product managers have a dangerous role because of one oft-missed truth: Decisions about what to build are far more costly than most teams realize.

### [176. No One Is Coming. Everyone’s Busy.](https://hackernoon.com/no-one-is-coming-everyones-busy)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/nip9F4hg0FThhkkLJ1jscJIzSTx1-yh13la1.png)
When everyone’s responsible, no one is. A developer’s story of burnout, chaos, and the hard truth about working without process or ownership.

### [177. How the MVP Concept Makes Companies Rethink Their Business Models](https://hackernoon.com/how-the-mvp-concept-makes-companies-rethink-their-business-models)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/FVSkvoay5ONQEW2Nnv5Nnh5uUR72-n2d3u7h.png)
Essentially, MVP is a tool that allows companies to test the ideas before proceeding to stages of full development and launch.

### [178. A Good Product/Market-Fit Needs a Good Roadmap](https://hackernoon.com/a-good-productmarket-fit-needs-a-good-roadmap)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2dy4S4BvhaRuxCm1m11AMV7Upyg2-08a3olg.png)
Tech products, whether digital features, products, or services, need to achieve product-market fit if they have any hope of succeeding. 

### [179. These Capability Assessments Help in Focused Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/these-capability-assessments-help-in-focused-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/jXCQan4p8sTcgRrWcvJr4B1Xb3B2-u892k31.jpeg)
Deciding on what to build inhouse vs. buy off the shelf requires product prioritization. Build a capability assessment to improve your product strategy.

### [180. WTF Do Product Managers Do?](https://hackernoon.com/wtf-do-product-managers-do)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/7FHeR383huUAovH1GLgM3KFQYh12-4bc31n4.jpeg)
The path of a product manager is influential through managing different projects with a team and forward-thinking to steer the company in the right direction.

### [181. Here Are 10 Prompt Engineering Techniques to Transform Your Approach to AI](https://hackernoon.com/here-are-10-prompt-engineering-techniques-to-transform-your-approach-to-ai)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/pdZGzx9JN3hRlLVRJrvg1rCx5Au1-ww038f4.jpeg)
Discover 10 advanced prompt engineering techniques: recursive expansion, token optimization, DRY principle, persona emulation for superior AI outputs. 

### [182. Founder’s Guide: How to Outsource Software Development in 2020](https://hackernoon.com/founders-guide-how-to-outsource-software-development-in-2020-y1473yr7)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/nmpq3619.png)
If you are running a startup or a tech business, outsourcing the execution of your product is a critical business decision. You can’t fail and there are many factors to consider to ensure you choose the right agency to outsource software development. This is part of the inherent risk whenever outsourcing anything that is not a commodity.

### [183. Effective Software Estimation: 5 Top Techniques to Use (and 4 to Avoid)](https://hackernoon.com/effective-software-estimation-5-top-techniques-to-use-and-4-to-avoid)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ySpu1hBXHrMRvb88XyZUQgx0l4K2-pe93l81.jpeg)
Software estimation techniques are vital for successful project delivery. I discuss the best techniques to ensure accurate planning and efficient delivery.

### [184. I Built a “Personal FAQ” Directory on How to Get Into Product/Tech](https://hackernoon.com/i-built-a-personal-faq-directory-on-how-to-get-into-producttech-x6613unw)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-b3h3w0x.jpeg?alt=media&token=d379178e-3444-485b-b071-6edfd6201050)
As a product builder, I built micro tools to solve my own problems. For example: article tool, event app, meal box app, finance tracker, SaaS tracker, and habit tracker.

### [185. Why Start With The First Usable Version of Your Product, Instead of the Best Version](https://hackernoon.com/why-start-with-the-first-usable-version-of-your-product-instead-of-the-best-version-553k34n9)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2Fiqm3hLqubEWtHeRuSuoIzQAsaat2-mh913usr.jpeg?alt=media&token=fb30ebac-610b-43b0-9f34-55d9265ca2c0)
There are many possible approaches to launch a new product, and just as many obstacles along the way. However, there's a way of assessing the chances of success before diving in full commitment, and that's where the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) comes in.

### [186. What is the Difference Between MVP and POC?](https://hackernoon.com/what-is-the-difference-between-mvp-and-poc-s03733xh)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/G6Cf2ZROZ9fimiqWQbiZ9jZQUKf2-d71z3fut.jpeg)
In this article, we will look at definitions for MVPs and POCs and the circumstances in which to use them.

### [187. Developers Love to ‘Fix’ Code—Here’s Why That’s a Problem](https://hackernoon.com/developers-love-to-fix-codeheres-why-thats-a-problem)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9MDGkdkdIFMGi5LDWNbuzAufTAH3-f203hfj.jpeg)
Learn how to manage technical debt, plan refactoring, and balance business needs. A structured approach to sustainable code improvements and risk assessment.

### [188. How to Find Your Product Market Fit Using Creative Brand Voice – A Guide By Creative Director](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-find-your-product-market-fit-using-creative-brand-voice---a-guide-by-creative-director)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/8wlyTs6rS1Ns9rTwC8LtCyE03B52-whb30pj.jpeg)
Manifesting your community's values and unmet needs through creative brand and product ideas is the secret to product market fit.

### [189. 10 Things To Do Right Away Before Starting Your Product Journey](https://hackernoon.com/10-things-to-do-right-away-before-starting-your-product-journey-ovw31yk)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/VWpuL9Kf3HSygqde5wXJSTeqQ8P2-qio31u2.jpeg)
We all have different roles to fulfill during a product’s journey. Some of us are heavily invested on the sales and marketing side while others consider the technical decisions as their day to day job. While segregation of work is important as well as useful for founders, there are  a lot of things that all founders need to learn to make sure they are ahead on the curve as they take continuous decisions for the product and its growth. Here are 10 things to do right away as you start your product journey.

### [190. Importance of VAPT in Software Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/importance-of-vapt-in-software-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-oa92brg.png)
Vulnerability Assessment helps identify the key susceptibility and configuration issues by evaluating servers, systems, and network devices.

### [191. How to Combine Design Thinking & Business Thinking in Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-combine-design-thinking-and-business-thinking-in-product-development-nr1o3u91)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F8VvyaRxHc4QwIekCKDNAwvxHJdz1-391f3u7n.gif?alt=media&token=71828a46-2dcf-44a4-b4c0-4048ad533c6e)
Long-life living for only getting profit has not much sense. Life and work have more meaning when you do something, not only to get paid but also to bring value to others. Similarly, products created for "making money" become part of the mass-consumerist machine. Nothing special. They are quickly forgotten. They are, and they are not. They live for a while and bring very temporary value. 

### [192. Why DevOps is Important for IT Businesses](https://hackernoon.com/why-devops-is-important-for-it-businesses)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/da7H4NzOhAdhje46xkTgaLorF5m2-m593yas.jpeg)
Know everything about the different phases of devops lifecycle. This will enable us to understand its value to IT businesses.

### [193. The Importance of Application Containerization](https://hackernoon.com/the-importance-of-application-containerization)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/QcUecoGJmUaHFSMQOD8G5r7ZSjz2-3x93m5v.jpeg)
Understand how containerized applications can drive efficient business results.

### [194. Product Development: From Analytics to Customer-Centric Insights](https://hackernoon.com/product-development-from-analytics-to-customer-centric-insights)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/mMD5TbdcyWeeZODA8EhDSeRwBIv1-i183yzv.jpeg)
For far too long, online marketers, agencies, and other influencers have created collateral that they think will appeal to their target market.

### [195. "All of my successful projects were the ones where I overcommunicated everything"](https://hackernoon.com/all-of-my-successful-projects-were-the-ones-where-i-overcommunicated-everything)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/xzOnnvmnTWOsTFIckBakH7x3bau2-5i037qc.jpeg)
There was no room for assumptions and different expectations.

### [196. As a Product Manager, You Need to Unlearn Your Product Every Day ](https://hackernoon.com/as-a-product-manager-you-need-to-unlearn-your-product-every-day-sg4t3wog)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/rva73yfu.png)
Product Managers (PM) are responsible for the growth of the product from the very first day. If the product succeeds, the whole product team gets the credit but if it fails, the PM takes complete responsibility for its failure. In this drive to make their product successful, PMs need to spend a lot of time with their product to make it simple and valuable for their users. 

### [197. What Product Designers Can Learn From A Luggage Business](https://hackernoon.com/what-product-designers-can-learn-from-a-luggage-business)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/XUoO0NuMTTMIYqK1kG0MOAZHaX83-0a93odz.jpeg)
The classic, timeless design principles I learned and use today can be seen everywhere from the phones that we use and even the luggage that we take for granted

### [198. This One Programming Choice Completely Changed These Tech Firms—Here's How](https://hackernoon.com/this-one-programming-choice-completely-changed-these-tech-firmsheres-how)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/1fq1znkuBWaNW9Ozxi9L8O2MtfI3-uy034hg.png)
Clojure is reshaping how teams build software, enabling small, focused groups to tackle complex challenges efficiently.

### [199. How To Apply A Structured Process For Developing an MVP: 2021 Guide](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-apply-a-structured-process-for-developing-an-mvp-2021-guide-9u2h33iu)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/sKN8CBfyvoRj2dz6SQMEt6nrUII3-redl311n.jpeg)
The hard truth is, building a successful MVP is not as simple as coming up with an idea and taking it to a team of developers or a software development company.

### [200. 10 Best Business Tips to Learn from Mom & Pop Stores](https://hackernoon.com/10-best-business-tips-to-learn-from-mom-and-pop-stores)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/BMCMAVeDVlS30JrkH42Iyxto1T43-es93z6h.jpeg)
10 Important Psychology lessons from Mom and Pop Stores

### [201. Tagception: Dive Deeper with HackerNoon's Enhanced Tag Search!](https://hackernoon.com/tagception-dive-deeper-with-hackernoons-enhanced-tag-search)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/QdWX77c6s5Skk99abuNLlG6AEZZ2-so834p8.png)
we've just rolled out an exciting new feature: the ability to search for tags within tag pages. Learn more here.

### [202. How to Write a Software Requirements Specification (SRS) Document](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-write-a-software-requirements-specification-srs-document)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/dtsFKqwL3KZ43BFFEoYwTdyns4r1-3e3365d.jpeg)
Many stakeholders still hope to get a high-quality product without investing resources in SRS documentation.

### [203. How to Build High-Quality Products at Startup Speed: A Comprehensive Guide](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-build-high-quality-products-at-startup-speed-a-comprehensive-guide)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/6lBqhgUVUbZ6qOF3IIBAbpZIWlm1-fzc314o.jpeg)
Accelerate your time to market with this actionable strategy for a successful startup launch. 12 insights on how to build a product in fast and smart way.

### [204. IdeaOps: Why Every Request is a Company Asset in Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/ideaops-why-every-request-is-a-company-asset-in-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9MDGkdkdIFMGi5LDWNbuzAufTAH3-09b3oav.jpeg)
IdeaOps is a framework for turning product ideas and requests into assets that fuel business growth. Learn how to classify and process them effectively.

### [205. Want Better Software? Write Less, Talk More, and Let Engineers Do Their Job](https://hackernoon.com/want-better-software-write-less-talk-more-and-let-engineers-do-their-job)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9MDGkdkdIFMGi5LDWNbuzAufTAH3-1913lw9.jpeg)
Agile product managers: stop writing specs like code. Learn how to balance adaptability and detail without over-engineering software requirements. 

### [206. What I Learned About Making Software From My 3 Year Old Daughter](https://hackernoon.com/lessons-about-building-software-products-from-my-3-year-old-daughter-q83t32ez)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/vj2v32gx.png)
It's amazing how much you learn about people and about yourself once you have a kid. You can see below some of the lessons I’ve learned from my 3 year old daughter and which I believe are also applicable in building software products. 

### [207. 266 Stories To Learn About Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/266-stories-to-learn-about-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/github/product-development-504.png)
Learn everything you need to know about Product Development via these 266 free HackerNoon stories.

### [208. How to Design Short Execution Cycles Without Sprints](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-design-short-execution-cycles-without-sprints)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/TmomnkEduPhXKVzMMPa8AQsBG4e2-4o039cx.png)
You don’t need sprints to ship good products. You just need clear focus, quick feedback loops, and the discipline to actually finish things before moving on.

### [209. How Parqio Hacks Parking Space Management in Norway ](https://hackernoon.com/how-parqio-hacks-parking-space-management-in-norway)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/n3GDUm0MhwbzybtB5HJ2oBedm9J2-5d93xax.png)
Ever imagined a parking revolution? Dive in to see how Voypost supercharged Norway's parking game with Parqio! The future of the sharing economy is knocking!

### [210. How To Become A Software Developer in the Blockchain Industry in 2020](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-become-a-software-developer-in-the-blockchain-industry-in-2020-otz3wdo)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FNgBhuMTisXRHJvE5E2S3MKsexy52-re1q3w3k.jpeg?alt=media&token=b14a12e0-bd38-4cf0-9f60-bda840e57c06)
Recently, I talked to Artur Meyster at Career Karma about jobs in the blockchain and cryptocurrency industry. He put together an article you might enjoy, which I’m publishing on his behalf.

### [211. The MVP Dilemma: Enhancing Quality while Optimizing Development Time](https://hackernoon.com/the-mvp-dilemma-enhancing-quality-while-optimizing-development-time)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/bay1cHXuNyZB4jEjbHe5jfI7UZI3-v1d3p69.jpeg)
These tips help significantly improve MVP quality so that it might become a foundation for the final app and could be maintained for many years.

### [212. How Online Classifieds Can Innovate With Immersive Technologies](https://hackernoon.com/how-online-classifieds-can-innovate-with-immersive-technologies)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Xc0KXgvV5JdgW2DnkpC3TTUBpoY2-b493pu9.jpeg)
What solutions allow app developers to embed immersive content displaying into a mobile app.

### [213. A Comprehensive Guide to Effective Project Estimation](https://hackernoon.com/a-comprehensive-guide-to-effective-project-estimation)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Fdq7CDBtWlZdPVO2SZTSvstkYgp2-q2a3zos.jpeg)
Project estimation is a critical aspect of successful project management. In this guide, I'll explore effective strategies for mastering project estimation.

### [214. 8 Steps to Launching Your Business in 60 Days or Less](https://hackernoon.com/8-steps-to-launching-your-business-in-60-days-or-less)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/q44saPpzlJZ2rVoCgXZvNdemttI2-hr93pac.jpeg)
Launching any business is a difficult and complex process but these 8 steps can help narrow down what you need to do to get your idea off the ground fast.

### [215. How I Find and Teach Product Managers with MDMA](https://hackernoon.com/how-i-find-and-teach-product-managers-with-mdma)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/KLbs1aomwbUZiV9XHjj0nS36CTy1-2ja3lpc.png)
You can’t find perfect product specialists, but you can find those who can make a given product better at the moment.

### [216. Meet the Writer: Sergey Fedorov on Finding Joy in Software Development Through Structure](https://hackernoon.com/meet-the-writer-sergey-fedorov-on-finding-joy-in-software-development-through-structure)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9MDGkdkdIFMGi5LDWNbuzAufTAH3-9f83rof.png)
HackerNoon interview with Sergey Fedorov, CPO: top stories about team processes, product development, IdeaOps, Agile, AI transformation

### [217. Why Product-Driven Teams Ship, and Engineering-Led Ones Stall](https://hackernoon.com/why-product-driven-teams-ship-and-engineering-led-ones-stall)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/l0Lh8qR0PhPBZ5GgRLHnB3Bl3az1-z513osy.jpeg)
Goodness Kayode shares why product-led teams ship faster than engineering-led teams.

### [218. Free-up Engineering Time by Empowering Product Managers to Build Push Notifications](https://hackernoon.com/how-decoupling-notifications-from-your-applications-code-empowers-product-managers)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/7OHSNWE6pKYVHaleLrssNcNVlPe2-2xb3pa0.jpeg)
In this article, we explain how decoupling notifications from your application’s codebase can help make notification projects less complex for product teams.

### [219. Interview with Google Product Marketing Manager Vincent Xu ](https://hackernoon.com/interview-with-google-product-marketing-manager-vincent-xu)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/aCJAUxoCsZXrtVbGMNCrUF3fKTQ2-dc93uff.jpeg)
Product Marketing is the art and science of bringing a product to the right market and establishing a sustainable positioning for the product.

### [220. Building A Tezos's Smart Contract Dashboard Using ReactJS, TezBridge and Netlify [A How-To Guide]](https://hackernoon.com/building-a-tezoss-smart-contract-dashboard-using-reactjs-tezbridge-and-netlify-a-how-to-guide-z1233yv4)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FxIDSZmbOYwcFaYqLMYTkmiRcb5i1-5p532ls.webp?alt=media&token=54a0b529-1fbf-4613-bb2c-2d2cedef6303)
I always find it troublesome for me to deploy and interact with Tezos’s Smart Contract at my job as a Software Engineer in my company. So, I decided to build a tool (web app) to solve my problem.

### [221. Zero Paying Users After Being #1 on Product Hunt](https://hackernoon.com/zero-paying-users-after-being-1-on-product-hunt)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ML3CjdLRq5UwIzq45UGl2I3J1q92-ey932f4.jpeg)
Product Hunt is one of the most popular directory to be listed and get lots of traffic, does it makes sense to launch right away and what to expect from such? 

### [222. 368 Stories To Learn About Product Management](https://hackernoon.com/368-stories-to-learn-about-product-management)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/github/product-management-952.png)
Learn everything you need to know about Product Management via these 368 free HackerNoon stories.

### [223. Setting Product Goals & Metrics ](https://hackernoon.com/setting-product-goals-and-metrics)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/BMCMAVeDVlS30JrkH42Iyxto1T43-m793jxt.jpeg)
Defining Product Goals and Metrics for Product Managers. 
Solving Product Execution Problems and Cases for PM interviews.

### [224. 5 Ways And Resources to Get Into Product Management](https://hackernoon.com/5-ways-and-resources-to-get-into-product-management-ozm3uc5)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FbOgz7FTHRueGf3hFteLHqHnTdGk2-kw1u3u8i.jpeg?alt=media&token=2480d7c6-7938-41c1-a3e9-b7641ed39737)
What’s stopping you?

### [225. Nail Your Annual Product Planning Roadmap: A PM's Guide](https://hackernoon.com/nail-your-annual-product-planning-roadmap-a-pms-guide)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/soHUZXX3FRNTKHI6EbcZTkJ0m452-5qb31gd.jpeg)
From chaos to clarity: The PM's roadmap to product success and stakeholders alignment. 


### [226. Fundamentals of User Onboarding in Product Marketing](https://hackernoon.com/fundamentals-of-user-onboarding-in-product-marketing)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/aCJAUxoCsZXrtVbGMNCrUF3fKTQ2-nu93tul.jpeg)
User onboarding is the process of introducing new users to a product and helping them understand how to use it effectively. 

### [227. The MoSCoW Method: Key to Agile Product Management](https://hackernoon.com/the-moscow-method-key-to-agile-product-management)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9MDGkdkdIFMGi5LDWNbuzAufTAH3-8a73sge.jpeg)
Learn MoSCoW prioritization in Agile: practical guide to must-have, should-have, could-have features and how to set priorities in software development.

### [228. Coding with AI? Then You’d Better Document Like It](https://hackernoon.com/coding-with-ai-then-youd-better-document-like-it)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ctFl6KUYXPaiCcbIjvjhP1MZn0k1-d302ygy.webp)
Discover how AI and Markdown Configuration (MDC) shift documentation left—keeping it current, automated, and aligned with your codebase. 

### [229. How to Build Engaging Products With Flourishing Communities: Social+](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-build-engaging-products-with-flourishing-communities-social)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/j3qLppsFoifhCzO2PxaADsBvjRt2-fg93g1k.png)
The future of software products is social. User interaction and community rule the attention economy. How Social+ improves products across key dimensions. 

### [230. How to Make a DevOps Strategy](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-make-a-devops-strategy-pk153uyb)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FVQee2H7b9MdqlHMpVjYYgK9YsSu2-s8123wp8.jpeg?alt=media&token=860d68f8-d6f4-4314-9826-1d593bd21af5)
DevOps is a deployment process that helps automate a lot of processes that used to take a team hours to days to get through. When you are trying to get that process going, you need to know that everyone is on-board or else it won't work. Switching from Waterfall deployments to DevOps is a huge organizational change.

### [231. 5 Biggest Mistakes Indie Builders Make And How To Avoid Them](https://hackernoon.com/5-biggest-mistakes-indie-builders-make-and-how-to-avoid-them)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/IvbdQ1TqYah1YOpyYrdKkxL8FwG2-8e93itc.jpeg)
Discover the top 5 mistakes indie builders make when building a SaaS and how to save yourself from the costly trial and error. 

### [232. Maximizing Product Success: The Role of Hypothesis Testing, Prototyping, and MVPs](https://hackernoon.com/maximizing-product-success-the-role-of-hypothesis-testing-prototyping-and-mvps)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/CIRyzxga6MMZAU8I8yXbkpvyQqh1-4h93oow.jpeg)
Learn how to test hypotheses and create prototypes and MVPs to ensure the success of your product. Find out how methods like RAT and MVP can help product manage

### [233. Seven Years in Tech Taught Me This: Low-Code Is a Power Tool, Not a Magic Wand](https://hackernoon.com/seven-years-in-tech-taught-me-this-low-code-is-a-power-tool-not-a-magic-wand)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/SVtCr6wo4zRiPfyqRBKdxar6zXs1-c13366b.gif.webp)
Tired of waiting on dev queues, I turned to low-code—and accidentally became a one-person product team. Here’s how I went from designer to builder.

### [234. How to Choose the Right Blockchain for Your Web3 Product ](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-choose-the-right-blockchain-for-your-web3-product)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/q02hbrqYPARnuykKZdgYUWhsex62-rwj3zkb.jpeg)
Learn to select the ideal blockchain for your web3 product by considering user base, technical specs, community, and future growth potential.

### [235. 8 Things a Co-founder Can Start Doing When Others Are Busy With Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/7-things-a-co-founder-can-start-doing-when-others-are-busy-with-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ARCWTrgYpoc531106B2eMedWoT42-7s93mp7.jpeg)
Find out what you need to do as a co-founder during product development when you have little to do but still need to contribute to the success of the startup.

### [236. The Right Way to Build Things is to Build Things](https://hackernoon.com/the-right-way-to-build-things-is-to-build-things-ln213y71)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/8f7p3yjh.png)
A few nights ago, I used the wrong pan to make dinner. 

### [237. 10 Tips for Building a Successful MVP with Flutter](https://hackernoon.com/10-tips-for-building-a-successful-mvp-with-flutter)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/wM5FpXWzMxfslkOOkQUdz7tsQG43-wh93kwn.jpeg)
Explore 10 essential tips for building a successful MVP with Flutter: from understanding project requirements to leveraging unique features.

### [238. Idea Factories — How Do we Create More and Better Ideas for Humanity](https://hackernoon.com/idea-factories-how-do-we-create-more-and-better-ideas-for-humanity)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/idea-factories-clik017x4000101s6edsve4jq.png)
The concept of ideas being trumped by execution in the startup world is so prevalent that there is no single adage to capture it.

### [239. Why Do Product Managers and Product Designers Need Each Other?](https://hackernoon.com/why-do-product-managers-and-product-designers-need-each-other)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/c4BlFYFz2rffCXiZ2YTMl5vKhK32-1cd3ol2.jpeg)
Teammates, not opponents. That’s how product managers and product designers are expected to work in product teams. 

### [240. Why Product Enablement And Customer Enablement Must Cross Paths](https://hackernoon.com/why-product-enablement-and-customer-enablement-must-cross-paths)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ARCWTrgYpoc531106B2eMedWoT42-7q93m9d.jpeg)
Product enablement is a procedure you use specifically to provide relevant product knowledge to the different departments in your organization for marketing.

### [241. An Effective Way To Write Executive Summaries For Your Concepts](https://hackernoon.com/4-effective-ways-to-write-executive-summaries-for-your-concepts-rp123wik)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2Fua8XLLhMsjW3oCccQ9bQ19VzNki2-f9z3tg4.jpeg?alt=media&token=dd6ca30b-90bc-429e-8af2-e48e8fe23051)
This article describes the ‘idea model’ and provides various examples of real ideas — explains how to write effective executive summaries for your concepts.

### [242. Why Most AI Features Fail After Launch (And How PMs Can Prevent It)](https://hackernoon.com/why-most-ai-features-fail-after-launch-and-how-pms-can-prevent-it)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/aZRTjVwp3dPosWO9B1xVCxb4zHn1-8i03dv1.jpeg)
Read up on why most AI features and products fail after launch and learn how product managers can prevent it.

### [243. Guide to Product Research Based on Experiences of Skyeng, Dashly, Miro and ER-Telecom](https://hackernoon.com/guide-to-product-research-based-on-experiences-of-skyeng-dashly-miro-and-er-telecom-xcaj369e)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/0j1ul3c89.jpg)
Recently we held a meetup where Dashly and other IT companies talked internal researches. We invited Alisa Velminskaya, user researcher at Skyeng, who told us about how Skyeng’s research team manages to combine user research and data analysis. She also shared some research organizing experience. Other representatives who joined her to talk about their companies’ research methods were Ekaterina Syuma, product designer at Miro, and Maxim Golovkin, head of web & mobile development at ER-Telecom. The one shooting questions at them was Dmitrii Sergeev, the CEO & founder of Dashly.

### [244. A Curiosity About Software Product Development & It’s Future!](https://hackernoon.com/a-curiosity-about-software-product-development-and-its-future)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/KO5zZCqeWRgjNCPQUou1BnnxGEw1-zxa3p9o.jpeg)
The software product is for selling to customers, but the software is only for organizational purposes. 

### [245. 10 Common Product Management Mistakes that Could be Slowing Your Progress](https://hackernoon.com/10-common-product-management-mistakes-that-could-be-slowing-your-progress-cs3i33n0)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/DARJfngX0CPw4oyK4FmgjvBHBNE2-553y3104.jpeg)
We see hard-working product teams struggling all the time, even under the best of conditions. Often, it’s not due to a deficiency or lack of skill within the team. Rather, the team has fallen into one—or more—of the most common dysfunctions in product management. 

### [246. You Either Grow Your Business or You Don’t - Growth Hacking is Total BS!](https://hackernoon.com/you-either-grow-your-business-or-you-dont-growth-hacking-is-total-bs)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/EZhozuj29vZZi6TwVqPrIpVvCYi2-76037rm.jpeg)
There is no short cut to business growth; hacking or not! It takes good effort, consistency, and innovation to build a business that can stand the test of time.

### [247. UX Research for Agile AI Product Development of Intelligent Collaboration Software Platforms](https://hackernoon.com/ux-research-for-agile-ai-product-development-of-intelligent-collaboration-software-platforms)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/TvCxbvKH7Ea8HIPnSSDUbfAgi972-gh53ba3.png)
Teams are adopting AI collaboration tools fast—but few measure how they affect trust, decision quality, and teamwork. A UX framework explains why.

### [248. 4 Ways to Optimize Your Landing Page for Startup Idea Validation](https://hackernoon.com/4-ways-to-optimize-your-landing-page-for-startup-idea-validation)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-aja3ngm.jpeg)
Building a landing page MVP is an excellent approach to validate your ideas and determine if there is genuine interest from potential customers.

### [249. App-Hopping: The Silent Productivity Killer and Why the Future Belongs to Niche Ecosystems](https://hackernoon.com/app-hopping-the-silent-productivity-killer-and-why-the-future-belongs-to-niche-ecosystems)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/y04cn9VqBmRekSGoJNlfsixKSPq1-br82eyy.png)
Discover why app-hopping is a productivity killer and how Unified Niche Ecosystems reclaim 59 mins/day lost to digital fragmentation and Micro-SaaS failure. 

### [250. Why Aren’t Customers Exploring Your Entire Software Portfolio?](https://hackernoon.com/why-arent-customers-exploring-your-entire-software-portfolio)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/libt2PgxytgFxFcHUwB7QQQmCr42-fc1333l.png)
Insights on how to allow cross-portfolio access so customers can gain value from your full range of applications, improving your sales pipeline and retention.

### [251. The Role of Microinteractions in Improving User Experience](https://hackernoon.com/the-role-of-microinteractions-in-improving-user-experience-h4303yxb)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/1m163yxm.gif)
It's always said that the little things make more significant differences! The case with user experience is also not different. Every user comes across with microinteractions in our daily lives in some form or the other. It may be in the form of time on the phone's alarm to notifications for new emails in your inbox!

### [252. 3 Habits that Stifle Product Execution According to a Product Expert](https://hackernoon.com/3-habits-that-stifle-product-execution-according-to-a-product-expert)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/nsrHLmJCmXSfkXyaeVRGe3lukHg1-0ph3jzl.jpeg)
Mirav Vyas has advised a multitude of product and innovation teams across the UK, US and Africa over the last 8+ years.

### [253. Melding AI with User-Centric Platforms: A Journey Through Industry Turbulence](https://hackernoon.com/melding-ai-with-user-centric-platforms-a-journey-through-industry-turbulence)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/RaSAHRUdjzL9kTyF5C5yKx3nTED2-9e831xk.jpeg)
The goal of this article is to offer insights gained from my journey in developing products that seamlessly blend platform requirements with AI models.

### [254. We Need to Talk About DX (Developer Experience)](https://hackernoon.com/we-need-to-talk-about-dx-developer-experience-fh243ul6)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FHrzvBX6xNSVZBKImURJl23sRwcQ2-os1s3udq.jpeg?alt=media&token=d189e96f-757e-4e0c-9f17-eee3be1968c0)
I want all involved in development to think about other users. Not about those who use your application to solve their problems. But those who extend your app, run it in production and integrate with other systems. About developers, operations, SREs and many others who make your business running. Those behind the curtains. I want you to think about the Developers Experience (DX).

### [255. The Dopamine Trap of Feature Factories: Why We Celebrate Features and How to Focus on True Impact](https://hackernoon.com/the-dopamine-trap-of-feature-factories-why-we-celebrate-features-and-how-to-focus-on-true-impact)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/K65ihMNGYVgSzS8hJMLeIJgTyuf2-44334fu.png)
Discover why feature releases feel so rewarding and how to break free from the feature factory mindset to focus on meaningful outcomes and real impact.

### [256. Leadership in Product Development and IT Services: Insights from Sarat Chandra Routhu](https://hackernoon.com/leadership-in-product-development-and-it-services-insights-from-sarat-chandra-routhu)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/InxBRjRIs6M1kdhuWcyNHiiUrxm1-2k034d9.png)
Sarat Chandra Routhu shares his journey in IT services, product development, and privacy compliance, driving innovation and building scalable solutions.

### [257. Narrative Debt: The Silent Killer of Early-Stage AI and Crypto Startups](https://hackernoon.com/narrative-debt-the-silent-killer-of-early-stage-ai-and-crypto-startups)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/1vQ6UmzaynWRRSMXjFIX7TLZBpe2-fw03f4f.png)
Narrative debt is the hidden failure mode in AI and crypto startups. Here’s how unclear messaging slows adoption more than bad code, and how to fix it. 

### [258. How to Create Effective Product Funnels with Event Tracking](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-create-effective-product-funnels-with-event-tracking)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/cSAKd5lHO1h1I7FCHCKEDqY2Uoj1-gyc36bo.jpeg)
This article guides when and how to implement and maintain event tracking and product funnels. It uses practical real life examples

### [259. Templates I Used To Validate Ideas and Get Paying Customers in 2021](https://hackernoon.com/templates-i-used-to-validate-ideas-and-get-paying-customers-in-2021)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-gta37pz.jpeg)
My reflection notes, processes, and frameworks — how I rapidly test new ideas, generate paying customers, and optimize daily performance. 

### [260. How to Lead Your Product (Part 1)](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-lead-your-product-part-1-oh163385)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/qUAztEZQLkZ62mfYDrKJovC3VhM2-0oy33n5.jpeg)
How to be a product leader: the difference between product leadership and product management 

### [261. 💡 The Plan-Act Loop: How to Coach a Genius Junior Engineer (AKA Claude Code)](https://hackernoon.com/the-plan-act-loop-how-to-coach-a-genius-junior-engineer-aka-claude-code)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/XylTjsNwe2afhrxLMheeefFimFV2-w303b4z.png)
The Plan-Act Loop is the only way to ship AI code reliably. A tech lead shares 7 ironclad rules to coach Claude Code, avoid dependency loops.

### [262. Leveling Up Your Data-Driven Product Development With Posthog](https://hackernoon.com/leveling-up-your-data-driven-product-development-with-posthog)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-a702p9t.jpeg)
Posthog is an open-source product analytics platform that offers flexibility and control.

### [263. The Execution Gap: How Product Leaders Bridge AI Capability and Enterprise Transformation Outcomes](https://hackernoon.com/the-execution-gap-how-product-leaders-bridge-ai-capability-and-enterprise-transformation-outcomes)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/L2iVOR9RqIghcEmoaJNCgDRpM2q1-i883eve.png)
How product leaders bridge the AI execution gap to turn capabilities into real enterprise outcomes.


### [264. Strategies for Writing Effective Technical Documentation](https://hackernoon.com/strategies-for-writing-effective-technical-documentation)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/5wpKgV75aONqkTJlafw2yQmK9yd2-do831rp.png)
Discover the core principles of effective technical writing and documentation, from using simple language to understanding the broader product strategy. 

### [265. Three A/B Testing Mistakes I Keep Seeing (And How to Avoid Them)](https://hackernoon.com/three-ab-testing-mistakes-i-keep-seeing-and-how-to-avoid-them)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-eo023wt.jpeg)
The three most common mistakes in A/B testing analysis involve the Mann–Whitney test, bootstrapping, and default Type I and Type II error rates.

### [266. How We Pivoted Our Startup Business and Mobile Apps From 'Beauty Uber' to 'Beauty Coworking'](https://hackernoon.com/how-we-pivoted-our-startup-business-and-mobile-apps-from-beauty-uber-to-beauty-coworking)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/QNKeQFXrSAX72HaGp5EqFt41Xvc2-wdo3blg.jpeg)
My name is Dmitrii Konstantinov and this is a personal story of experience and growth in a cozy startup. How we made a business pivot and found product fit. 

### [267. 5 Green Flags That Show Your Product Idea Has Potential](https://hackernoon.com/5-green-flags-that-show-your-product-idea-has-potential)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/4emkNXxtUwcSSHLKWBGNNYrg3Km2-u0a3cuq.jpeg)
Learn how to navigate the product development journey with confidence, ensuring your idea aligns with user needs and market trends.

### [268. Startup Costs: Can the MVP Route Save You a Lot of Money?](https://hackernoon.com/startup-costs-can-the-mvp-route-save-you-a-lot-of-money-uy433tff)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FLEXvobCZ9sbzKQbJUEekxs7gw913-lbv3ufr.jpeg?alt=media&token=a0b4cb78-758c-44fe-bfe7-4e843dc5ab5c)
Entrepreneurship is getting popular with every passing day, leading to an increase in rising startups. But how many have tasted success?

### [269. Effective Product Discovery: Process & Strategies for Success](https://hackernoon.com/effective-product-discovery-process-and-strategies-for-success)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/c4BlFYFz2rffCXiZ2YTMl5vKhK32-w993q35.jpeg)
Learn how to create successful products by understanding user needs and pain points through a product discovery process. Discover best practices now.


### [270. User Segmentation: Do’s and Dont’s](https://hackernoon.com/user-segmentation-dos-and-donts)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/c4BlFYFz2rffCXiZ2YTMl5vKhK32-7ib3hg4.jpeg)
 In this article, we’ll dive deep into what you should do and shouldn’t when it comes to user segmentation. 

### [271. How to Nail Your Product Manager Interview in the IT Sector](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-nail-your-product-manager-interview-in-the-it-sector)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/RFagVU43pwT3snvGql0hcFRnnlu1-cw93673.jpeg)
This article provides 12 mistakes every PM should avoid during the job interview.

### [272. Feature Flags for Product Managers: Give Yourself Options for Handling Risk](https://hackernoon.com/feature-flags-for-product-managers-give-yourself-options-for-handling-risk)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-6z92ci3.jpeg)
As a product person, have you ever witnessed large, complex releases result in outages or rollbacks?

Have you wanted to make configuration changes in productio

### [273. "Agile" is a product development tactic not a collection of techniques](https://hackernoon.com/agile-is-a-product-development-tactic-not-a-collection-of-techniques-f42f32uy)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/chKleYAYUwOqE514UDZeirCiTZ52-kw7w34r1.jpeg)
Many tech businesses rely on a mix of process and platitudes to define how they work. Instead, they should focus on the tactics that inform their processes.

### [274. What You Can Do If Your Startup Does Not Get Traction](https://hackernoon.com/what-you-can-do-if-your-startup-does-not-get-traction-ln9q3ybo)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/52643y0s.png)
Startups might sound cool but they are not easy!

### [275. Design Thinking as a Practice for Business Innovation & Breakthrough](https://hackernoon.com/design-thinking-as-a-practice-for-business-innovation-and-breakthrough-kr3q3700)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/yiwl360v.png)
There's no denying that Design Thinking is the way of the future. Applying this approach to a strategy and Innovation, brands can completely satisfy the needs of customers. To stay on the top, they should realize the significance of design for product success rates and have a clear understanding of a Design Thinking method.

### [276. Improving Software Development Productivity](https://hackernoon.com/improving-software-development-productivity-16163tr4)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FMedHIICL4oSJ7Y2rxX4SKFASDIT2-e72y3t65.jpeg?alt=media&token=e1a9f05c-adce-4451-b812-ba027b12b7d5)
Software development takes time and effort and requires patience, but if it’s taking too long it can hurt the business. That’s why it’s important to always consider what you can do to improve your software development productivity.

### [277. Connecting Product and Marketing to Fuel Growth](https://hackernoon.com/connecting-product-and-marketing-to-fuel-growth)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/MHkQf7uHaKe7zkk0VYcmXUBqfEg1-q2a3p7l.jpeg)
Start your product-led journey and fuel growth strategy by connecting product management and marketing teams.

### [278. What Is Product Marketing, and What Do PMMs Do?](https://hackernoon.com/what-is-product-marketing-and-what-do-pmms-do)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/HrzvBX6xNSVZBKImURJl23sRwcQ2-nm1935dj.jpeg)
Product marketing function varies significantly from company to company and it sometimes even means different things at the same organization.

### [279. 26 Stories To Learn About Prototyping](https://hackernoon.com/26-stories-to-learn-about-prototyping)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/github/prototyping-958.png)
Learn everything you need to know about Prototyping via these 26 free HackerNoon stories.

### [280. Scrum and Kanban Methodologies for Digital Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/scrum-and-kanban-methodologies-for-digital-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/yDTzKLjAstZqGqt1eB7MmdbTVws1-wml3r42.jpeg)
Learn about Scrum and Kanban methodologies for digital product development.

### [281. Learning New Skills as a Developer By Building Your Side-Project](https://hackernoon.com/learning-new-skills-as-a-developer-by-building-your-side-project-ctl3u4a)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FTzxCCOdHPmemZsozq4DeJsIvDdP2-3way3vh7.webp?alt=media&token=a7be92a8-239a-43d2-bf90-756a96927c90)
Since 2018 I've been involved in building close to a dozen products. Most of them I've shut down, some of them I've sold to others – and some are still alive! I credit a lot to this time – I believe these products are a major factor in my personal and professional development.

### [282. How To Solve the Problem With Key Metrics In a B2B Product](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-solve-the-problem-with-key-metrics-in-a-b2b-product)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/1KxoxwsAO3OtMOYrTcevzumSEFv1-w693kfy.jpeg)
To learn how B2B companies solve the problem with key metrics in a product, I caught up with Yuri Brankovsky who has worked in multiple digital products. 

### [283. How to Build the Perfect AI Project Team](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-build-the-perfect-ai-project-team)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/V4Y3ZJm9DoMIOEeWCjWXQywOUqV2-cd93i2i.jpeg)
Avoid the negative outcomes that are typical with software projects by building the perfect AI team.

### [284. From Routine to Rewarding: Integrating ChatGPT Into Product Testing Workflow](https://hackernoon.com/from-routine-to-rewarding-integrating-chatgpt-into-product-testing-workflow)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9kWxaj8Z29QZXNXZb8hnXZrRPAr1-r683xva.jpeg)
In this post, I will describe how I made team testing more engaging and somewhat enjoyable by incorporating ChatGPT into the process

### [285. A Failed Trip in the MVP World: 'I Thought I Knew Relativity, but Reality is Different'](https://hackernoon.com/a-failed-trip-in-the-mvp-world-i-thought-i-knew-relativity-but-reality-is-different)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/M6G22rxQzLTqx37eMqcSVG1Ybvj2-pzb3vrc.jpeg)
Entering your first towards an MVP (minimum viable product) can cause confusion if you focus on outcomes as planned. Plan to learn with the trip instead.

### [286. When Age Matters in Designing a Product and When it Doesn't](https://hackernoon.com/when-age-matters-in-product-design-and-when-it-doesnt)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/6IK5DwdWTyUI7HuB3Lnz8HkubDU2-px93xh4.jpeg)
When considering your customers' age works for your product and when it works against it. 

### [287. 3 Things Everyone Should Know About Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/3-things-everyone-should-know-about-product-development-5h443vvc)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/sy139l3vpz.png)
Technology has become a commodity. With enough resources we can build anything — from neural networks to a live-action “Cats” movie. The real question is, does anyone need it?

### [288. What is a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and Why You Should Create It Fast](https://hackernoon.com/what-is-a-minimum-viable-product-mvp-and-why-you-should-create-it-fast-9k1a31p1)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/akbcLxHi84S3iabftuYrLSI41602-7e5728r4.jpeg)
Find out the definition of MVP term and the reasons to develop a minimum viable product for business!

### [289. 5 Key Tips for Raising Funds in a Niche Industry](https://hackernoon.com/5-key-tips-for-raising-funds-in-a-niche-industry)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/5wpKgV75aONqkTJlafw2yQmK9yd2-xoa3ppk.jpeg)
5 Tips for fundraising in a niche industry from personal experience building a dating app for Africans

### [290. How We Achieved One Million Users In KickRef Without Investing In Marketing](https://hackernoon.com/how-we-achieved-one-million-users-in-kickref-without-investing-in-marketing-fb1w3xvb)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F5C4BO4qACUVDksVmbXkv9SuSdLX2-rf6f3udc.jpeg?alt=media&token=9f0e565d-b7bf-4b51-925c-87cc890e4380)
Written by founder and CEO of Kick Ecosystem and KickEX exchange Anti Danilevski

### [291. 53 Stories To Learn About Product Market Fit](https://hackernoon.com/53-stories-to-learn-about-product-market-fit)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/github/product-market-fit-284.png)
Learn everything you need to know about Product Market Fit via these 53 free HackerNoon stories.

### [292. 7 Best Product Design Tools Every Team Should Consider](https://hackernoon.com/7-best-product-design-tools-every-team-should-consider-z84434c4)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2Fiqm3hLqubEWtHeRuSuoIzQAsaat2-5eht3u7v.jpeg?alt=media&token=5562818e-0bf7-4fc3-80df-c16eeb147985)
Yes, we've finally reached a point where design is such a huge piece of a product's creation and maintenance that a whole paraphernalia of software will definitely be an essential asset to your projects. Each program will fill different needs and facilitate the best and most efficient work deliveries, be it structure, visual design, illustrations, interactions or animations.

### [293. The Four Key Metrics in A/B Testing](https://hackernoon.com/the-four-key-metrics-in-ab-testing)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/5wpKgV75aONqkTJlafw2yQmK9yd2-r603512.png)
Spotify standardizes A/B testing with success, guardrail, deterioration, and quality metrics to refine product experimentation and minimize risk.

### [294. 5 Lessons Learned During Online Grocery Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/5-lessons-learned-during-online-grocery-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/da7H4NzOhAdhje46xkTgaLorF5m2-zq93033.jpeg)
Online grocery services are steadily gaining in popularity. Recent statistics show that 22 percent of American shoppers buy groceries online at least once a wee

### [295. Why Collaboration between Sales and Product Teams is the Key to Success](https://hackernoon.com/why-collaboration-between-sales-and-product-teams-is-the-key-to-success)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/cSAKd5lHO1h1I7FCHCKEDqY2Uoj1-0sa3rmc.jpeg)
How to sell product more? Collaboration of product and sales teams. Business development. Feedback loop. 

### [296. Your API Is a Product Too](https://hackernoon.com/your-api-is-also-a-product-iyp32pa)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-5r82r32.jpeg)
The Context

### [297. 46 Stories To Learn About Product Launch](https://hackernoon.com/46-stories-to-learn-about-product-launch)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/github/product-launch-81.png)
Learn everything you need to know about Product Launch via these 46 free HackerNoon stories.

### [298. Mozilla Summer Startup Studio and MVP Lab](https://hackernoon.com/mozilla-summer-startup-studio-and-mvp-lab-t45p3yta)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/sp1it3yvv.png)
TLDR: See mozilla.org/builders for more details regarding our summer programs! 

### [299. From Pain Points in Product Management to a Billion dollar Platform: Research-Driven PM Analysis ](https://hackernoon.com/from-pain-points-in-product-management-to-a-billion-dollar-platform-research-driven-pm-analysis)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/product-management-buiding-a-product-iusuwomtoz73y75g9ghqnbev.png)
Productboard reached $1.7B valuation by prioritizing customer-centric data models over feature-focused approaches in product management.

### [300. When a Product Actually Needs AI (And When It’s Just Slop)](https://hackernoon.com/when-a-product-actually-needs-ai-and-when-its-just-slop)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/qwqcZ8V1svPvZjqkhDy30PjXamk2-0j13h6w.jpeg)
The challenge for product managers, CEOs, or anyone in digital business is knowing when your product actually needs AI.

### [301. Bottling Trust: How Manufacturers Can Use QR Codes to Stamp Out Fake Drinks](https://hackernoon.com/bottling-trust-how-manufacturers-can-use-qr-codes-to-stamp-out-fake-drinks)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/5wpKgV75aONqkTJlafw2yQmK9yd2-z5033iu.webp)
 Learn how QR code technology can help drink manufacturers fight counterfeit beverages, offering real-time verification for consumers with a simple scan.

### [302. Why The Real Estate Industry Should be More Like Tesla & Less Like Volkswagen](https://hackernoon.com/why-the-real-estate-industry-should-be-more-like-tesla-and-less-like-volkswagen-4e2735j0)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/dYFHnbCDjRewpGdWzSQy2UHNH7A2-0ba8331s.jpeg)
As of August 4th, 2020, Tesla shows a market cap of $280B. Volkswagen AG is worth $77B. Why is that? And what can we apply to real estate from these examples?

### [303. The Most Expensive Feature Is the One Nobody Uses](https://hackernoon.com/the-most-expensive-feature-is-the-one-nobody-uses)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/jeG6RZXpcaXT4TKmEJFl9GdRVx03-b59378q.png)
Great products aren’t built by adding more. They’re shaped by the discipline to remove what no longer earns its place.

### [304. How To Improve Software Product Development With Machine Learning](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-improve-software-product-development-with-machine-learning)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/8In5tx9AVJfuH38rBEzSvMPMn8M2-9m034s2.jpeg)
A guide on how to Improve your Product Development Cycle using clever applications of ML and AI.

### [305. 7 Practical Ways to Promote Creativity in Startups](https://hackernoon.com/7-practical-ways-to-promote-creativity-in-it-projects-qg1232xy)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/7tfr3261.png)
Creativity goes hand-in-hand with innovation, and it’s hardly possible to imagine a startup without a spark of creative thought. But what if there are processes that are stifling your team’s full creative potential, making it harder to work, develop, and stay ahead of the competition? What are the key elements that inspire creativity within a team, and how can team leaders help? This practical guide summarizes the most effective methods, as well as mistakes to watch out for. 

### [306. Mastering Guerrilla Testing for Fast User Feedback](https://hackernoon.com/mastering-guerrilla-testing-for-fast-user-feedback)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-qe02pl2.jpeg)
Discover how guerrilla usability testing can provide quick, budget-friendly insights for your product. Get practical tips for effective sessions. 

### [307. Low-Code vs Full-Code: How Startups Can Balance Speed and Control](https://hackernoon.com/low-code-vs-full-code-how-startups-can-balance-speed-and-control)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/oqxc347yWNf65zIjYo1OxPzanuH3-1c03b99.png)
Low-code speeds up MVPs, full-code ensures scale. Discover how startups can balance speed, cost, and control with a hybrid approach.

### [308. Data-Driven Decisions at Scale: A/B Testing Best Practices for Engineering & Data Science Teams](https://hackernoon.com/data-driven-decisions-at-scale-ab-testing-best-practices-for-engineering-and-data-science-teams)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-o702046.jpeg)
Ship features like scientists: randomize, measure, and learn fast.

### [309. How to Reduce Future Product Risk in the Early Design Phase ](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-reduce-future-product-risk-in-the-early-design-phase-1b2p3eyk)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F9ZXxVWMW5RWRrt5IC6S66TrLKAb2-c82k3u8z.jpeg?alt=media&token=4035978a-4b02-46df-a158-e2c8e0db54f9)
If you are constructing a building, a blueprint of the building is mandatory before laying the foundation. It forms the basis for estimating the resources required, the number of construction workers, the time it will take to complete the construction and a direction that will guide the civil engineers. The same methodology also applies to digital products.

### [310. 232 Stories To Learn About Product](https://hackernoon.com/232-stories-to-learn-about-product)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/github/product-220.png)
Learn everything you need to know about Product via these 232 free HackerNoon stories.

### [311. A Guide to Minimum Viable Products for Fractional CTOs](https://hackernoon.com/a-guide-to-minimum-viable-products-for-fractional-ctos)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/MuqtUx2CfaQU4KMwCnmF5hCg5d52-3a93oy4.jpeg)


### [312. From Zero To $210K MRR in Five Months: Here's How](https://hackernoon.com/from-zero-to-dollar210k-mrr-in-five-months-heres-how-l1123386)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/MJpFVUEItkSdoh38rYo60VT7RfH3-a3p2993.jpeg)
Building a SaaS startup

### [313. Women in Tech: Interview With Maja Roknic, CPO and Co-Founder at CulturePulse AI](https://hackernoon.com/women-in-tech-interview-with-maja-roknic-cpo-and-co-founder-at-culturepulse-ai)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/eRoYGkIdHiTsMyRTVmwqzjhfzsr1-iy93rqd.jpeg)
CulturePulse's fearless female co-founder and CPO pushes the boundaries of product development in AI.

### [314. When Should Companies Implement a PIM Solution?](https://hackernoon.com/when-should-companies-implement-a-pim-solution-e52t374f)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/8gvp2g3g.png)
Today various e-commerce sites use product information management or PIM that is designed to manage information centrally. The information is related to various products. We are talking about managing your product details, product images, product naming conventions, and product descriptions. 

### [315. Product Teams: Stop Estimating, Start Budgeting](https://hackernoon.com/product-teams-stop-estimating-start-budgeting-ep1x32ug)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/k7lu3yu2.jpg)
Why do we so often ask teams to estimate in detail how much effort is required to build a product, and to that upfront? There’s evidence that this lead us to output-oriented thinking, premature optimization, bloat and generally a commitment to suboptimal solutions that are designed with too many assumptions and a lack of clarity on the problem space.

### [316. The Death of SaaS? When Internal Tools Can Be Built Faster Than You Can Buy Them](https://hackernoon.com/the-death-of-saas-when-internal-tools-can-be-built-faster-than-you-can-buy-them)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/1clJ8yJ939UWqmKEv2D02kTjKmF2-mg03pbd.png)
A real-world experiment in building a production-ready product with AI tools from prompt design to deployment without a traditional engineering team.

### [317. This Five-step Framework Can Help You Build a Strong, Adaptable Product](https://hackernoon.com/this-five-step-framework-can-help-you-build-a-strong-adaptable-product)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/6cY0v2AOb4RMmTeHsOkMySyEl053-q943dfi.jpeg)
A guide to help you build a strong and adaptable product vision.

### [318. Build Startup Success By Launching MVPs](https://hackernoon.com/build-startup-success-by-launching-mvps)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/aj3xbFpstic3cuoNnxwYiHpBNyj2-urc3nup.jpeg)
 In this article, learn more about MVP, their benefits, and 10 steps to building ideal MVPs

### [319. Developing an Integrated Data and User Feedback Tool Using AI Product Architecture Software](https://hackernoon.com/developing-an-integrated-data-and-user-feedback-tool-using-ai-product-architecture-software)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/XgyZNRLs4IfiAQYtrOhP1YGjI5j2-0x0359p.png)
An AI product that could reduce waste, improve data synchronicity between multiple feedback hubs/channels, and create more efficient workflows in organizations.

### [320. An Intro to AI Powered Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/an-intro-to-ai-powered-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/OMYpwhOzp5TsNQsapMXXjjsBAlG2-tif3hpl.jpeg)
The global product development services industry was close to $8 billion in 2020. 

### [321. Evidence-Based Management: Where to Start?](https://hackernoon.com/evidence-based-management-where-to-start)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/4heWOm7oGwNwUUrXGb8YLf1kc4P2-y483ay8.jpeg)
To implement evidence-based management, understand your organization's vision and mission, set long-term, mid-term, and short-term goals

### [322. Pivoting for Success: Jonathan's Startup Journey from Taplytics to DevCycle](https://hackernoon.com/pivoting-for-success-jonathans-startup-journey-from-taplytics-to-devcycle)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/NpclsXHLfPf1qjBCjmjlbDg2CFo1-kl82mry.jpeg)
Taplytics pivoted to DevCycle, focusing on seamless developer experience and feature flagging. A bold move with potential in the evolving tech landscape.

### [323. Creating a Free Feedback Platform From Scatch During Pandemic](https://hackernoon.com/creating-a-free-feedback-platform-from-scatch-during-pandemic-got3tnu)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FGhLAq1azeYTdXoYlKcZEkP9xM9q2-kj1626ru.jpeg?alt=media&token=05e1b88f-cb3f-4fa2-a9d2-eea403663e22)
Hey there, sit back, relax, and enjoy the story about how namelss, an anonymous feedback platform was created all from scratch during the COVID pandemic.

### [324. 👀 From 0 to 81 Signups in a Day with Product Hunt](https://hackernoon.com/from-0-to-81-signups-in-a-day-with-product-hunt-w4q3e2o)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FSOKHzUXvsvaY5Uri0JYuuwjCzpf2-dpb3wsn.jpeg?alt=media&token=a9051504-61a9-4ceb-a194-885a6eee8a95)
As a developer I've always had a problem : Find new concepts to learn. 👨‍💻

### [325. 3 Successful Examples of Using an MVP (Minimum Viable Product)](https://hackernoon.com/3-successful-examples-of-using-an-mvp-minimum-viable-product)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/KmNf0Wo4w4avMoWS6xST2YLQABu2-q1a30fa.jpeg)
A concept first introduced on the Lean Startup book, MVP means minimum viable product and it is a way to get the most knowledge about the target of your project

### [326. IOT Product Management: 4 Critical Success Factors](https://hackernoon.com/iot-product-management-4-critical-success-factors-zds3uk6)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2Fsu97SkSWLyWE31XRKDmOxkAydcn1-qv2d4umc.jpeg?alt=media&token=c4b03ff1-9853-4dc0-a5cd-0b9cdbb177af)
It's been over 6 months since I joined KritiLabs. The learning that I have had been very steep and intense, considering its a career shift for me from a services based pre-sales to a product based pre-sales and product management. 

### [327. Know Your Product: A Practical Guide to Functional Decomposition](https://hackernoon.com/know-your-product-a-practical-guide-to-functional-decomposition)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9MDGkdkdIFMGi5LDWNbuzAufTAH3-bv53lbi.jpeg)
Learn how to manage mature software products by building a feature registry and decomposing complexity into clear, actionable domains.

### [328. Unlocking Growth and Customer Loyalty: The Essential Role of Personalization in Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/unlocking-growth-and-customer-loyalty-the-essential-role-of-personalization-in-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/an-old-fashioned-lockpad-getting-unlocked-s77y1r0gtbq8309n3q1x92di.png)
Personalized product development is now a must rather than a choice for businesses looking to succeed in the current technology era. 

### [329. Why “It Works” Is Often the Most Dangerous Phrase in Product Design](https://hackernoon.com/why-it-works-is-often-the-most-dangerous-phrase-in-product-design)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/eS2PQynSVcNbwC38igNTKbQc61Q2-7s03cub.png)
Why products stagnate after launch—and how usability evolution, not new features, determines whether software stays relevant over time.

### [330. 86 Stories To Learn About Product Strategy](https://hackernoon.com/86-stories-to-learn-about-product-strategy)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/github/product-strategy-985.png)
Learn everything you need to know about Product Strategy via these 86 free HackerNoon stories.

### [331. How Ricky Zhang Is Pioneering the Hybrid Role of Design Engineering](https://hackernoon.com/how-ricky-zhang-is-pioneering-the-hybrid-role-of-design-engineering)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/InxBRjRIs6M1kdhuWcyNHiiUrxm1-6k032ti.png)
Ricky Zhang is a design engineer at Mintlify, a San Francisco-based company that uses AI to help developers create and maintain documentation.

### [332. Automation: Figuring It Out is Just Like Doing a Puzzle](https://hackernoon.com/automation-figuring-it-out-is-just-like-doing-a-puzzle-aa4v3tbn)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FIGXI0VtzPmVCh9D2pnvTqBtHrHJ3-2r2d282m.jpeg?alt=media&token=56601b40-ba70-4e63-9193-ccc055a14b9d)
When you're wondering if something can be automated or not, a way of looking at the situation is like a puzzle. 

### [333. Let’s Check the VITALS: a PM’s Framework for Prioritizing What Actually Matters](https://hackernoon.com/lets-check-the-vitals-a-pms-framework-for-prioritizing-what-actually-matters)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/qy2THJpyvRPy3lZxnWWnKsKgsix2-fx038mr.png)
After years of juggling RICE, MoSCoW, and Value vs. Effort models, I built my own prioritization framework called VITALS.

### [334. The Hidden Flaw in Automated Content Generation](https://hackernoon.com/the-hidden-flaw-in-automated-content-generation)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/pdZGzx9JN3hRlLVRJrvg1rCx5Au1-50038zv.jpeg)
LLM-powered daily newsletters stuck repeating content? Learn why RAG stops too early and how local caching creates unique, diverse outputs every day.

### [335. There Is More Good Than Bad in the Startup World: Prashant Mahajan, Zeda.io](https://hackernoon.com/there-is-more-good-than-bad-in-the-startup-world-prashant-mahajan-zedaio)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/c4BlFYFz2rffCXiZ2YTMl5vKhK32-uq0353v.jpeg)
Startup interview with Prashant, founder and CEO Zeda.io.

### [336. Why Project Maintenance Should Not Be Done By A Separated Team ](https://hackernoon.com/why-project-maintenance-should-be-done-by-a-separated-team-lp2u3upi)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2Fg16lGoHgQzUa1mS5lR4hYuvO5VX2-fz2d28mk.jpeg?alt=media&token=226962e7-a50a-45cb-9aee-c53bea5fa5ea)
Suppose you have to add a new major feature to an app. 

### [337. Too Much Focus on Optimization And You Just Might Give Up on 10x Returns ](https://hackernoon.com/too-much-focus-on-optimization-and-you-just-might-give-up-on-10x-returns)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/YpZK3afjKITtmXarYgIATyjD3jc2-qb03kgb.png)
Product innovation brings 3X – 10X value for a company once released.

### [338. iOs App Development Wars: React Native Vs. Swift](https://hackernoon.com/ios-app-development-wars-react-native-vs-swift)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/yEdfehOz04Tz81ubT9EowaqdqG03-9h136ap.jpeg)
A comparison of React Native vs Swift for iOS app development ⚡ Which one is more convenient and practical? 

### [339. Why Indie Products Differentiation Is Important And How To Achieve It](https://hackernoon.com/why-indie-products-differentiation-is-important-and-how-to-achieve-it-741f35n1)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/gACHMBxkWkPBvY52J54fZ28VgxD3-j34j3g1k.jpeg)
Analyzing how successful indie businesses are able to differentiate themselves.

### [340. Transitioning From a Client Service Company to a Product Company: The Reintech Story](https://hackernoon.com/transitioning-from-a-client-service-company-to-a-product-company-the-reintech-story)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/z7LAwpkW3wULJQyxSvPPNPYs9qh1-lua3zsq.jpeg)
This article provides a comprehensive behind-the-scenes look at the steps taken to make a company successful. 

### [341. How I Prove My Ideas Before Implementing Them](https://hackernoon.com/how-i-prove-my-ideas-before-implementing-them-3k1k3t89)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FknJOeeHfWcbD1LZBwpLiXe4CgJE2-v6v3uxl.jpeg?alt=media&token=96646153-8bdc-47c1-9888-93d58479bc7a)
Time is the most valuable asset, use it wisely. That is why you should  prove your ideas before implementing them. Programming is time consuming, I love programming but I avoid writing code whenever it is possible. A perfect written software, that nobody wants, is just a waste. To identify if an idea worth implementing, I use these tactics.

### [342. What Is Heuristic Evaluation and Why Do You Need It: Template Provided](https://hackernoon.com/what-is-heuristic-evaluation-and-why-do-you-need-it-2ir32mu)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/nvt5322v.jpg)
What is heuristic evaluation exactly and does your product really need it? Let’s find out.

### [343. How to Set the Right Goals as a Product Developer](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-set-the-right-goals-as-a-product-developer)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9FoqLXBqkFSxBjQvbeLToKfU4GA2-w2a3lab.jpeg)
A 5-Step Guide to Goal-Setting for Product Entrepreneurs

### [344. Does your Business Need Canary Deployment?](https://hackernoon.com/does-your-business-need-canary-deployment)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/da7H4NzOhAdhje46xkTgaLorF5m2-bp930ph.jpeg)
Understand the Canary Deployment Strategy. And if it's right for your Business Model. 

### [345. Benefits & Risks of Offshore Software Development Every CEO Should Know](https://hackernoon.com/benefits-and-risks-of-offshore-software-development-every-ceo-should-know-r72731sv)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/8VvyaRxHc4QwIekCKDNAwvxHJdz1-vxt31jc.jpeg)
Pros and cons of offshore software development: a brief guide on offshore software engineering for CEOs. All truths uncovered.

### [346. Agile DNA: The Genetics Of Digital Transformation](https://hackernoon.com/agile-dna-the-genetics-of-digital-transformation-1q7x3wfy)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FBok5Ub4moOfV41Nzhga4wYYcrqn2-79833tmv.jpeg?alt=media&token=4cf21048-8a19-4f4d-80dc-ff5bf6f0ba0d)
On Friday, I attended this webinar by Atlassian on Enterprise Agility and Innovation at Scale. The event highlighted how a bank of 160 years with processes embedded deeply into their core business is transforming itself. Through changing its leadership mindsets, teams formation, focus on customers, process improvements and usage of Agile tools, etc. It showcases how they embrace the concept of AGILE effectively and partially highlight their digital transformation journey.‍

### [347. Why Integrated, Accelerated Product Development is the Future](https://hackernoon.com/why-integrated-accelerated-product-development-is-the-future)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/8GQanzjUdAYGxBqUi1iFCeJwMiK2-kq932fv.jpeg)
Embracing an integrated product development approach unifies design, and manufacturing, enabling rapid iteration, reducing costs, and fostering innovation.

### [348. The Augmented Reality Of Product Design: Looking at AR's Role and What It's Hiding](https://hackernoon.com/the-augmented-reality-of-product-design-looking-at-ars-role-and-what-its-hiding)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/bUJMcEa0O8aAPO4qqK4fmeJziWb2-yr93n6m.jpeg)
Let's venture into this augmented future together, conscious of our shared responsibility to shape a future...

### [349. Take Responsibility Instead of Blaming Your Users](https://hackernoon.com/take-responsibility-dont-blame-it-on-the-users-hoz3n2u)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/wfs3n54.jpg)
Mad because your users keep clicking on that submit button three times a second? 

### [350. 5 Tips For Launching a Successful Product](https://hackernoon.com/5-tips-for-launching-a-successful-product-8nh3udo)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/mim23vtf.png)
Many new products get launched in the market every day. But not every product is a hit.

### [351. Why so Many Digital Interventions Feel Helpful at First, Then Flatten Out](https://hackernoon.com/why-so-many-digital-interventions-feel-helpful-at-first-then-flatten-out)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/6OakvisTzhUF9pLxRkRyjXjI5vt1-3403fvo.png)
The brain does not experience digital products as software, but as an environment. 

### [352. Yet Another Guide for Embarking on Your PM Journey](https://hackernoon.com/yet-another-guide-for-embarking-on-your-pm-journey)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/snNuoGIaavU9nUr993OEJ9GZNGr2-o383zi4.jpeg)
Discover how to break into the dynamic field of product management with my comprehensive guide. How to become a PM after all? Wrote by Olga Klochkova

### [353. Choosing Between Prototyping vs MVPs in Software Development](https://hackernoon.com/choosing-between-prototyping-vs-mvps-in-software-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/aj3xbFpstic3cuoNnxwYiHpBNyj2-n692nzd.jpeg)
In this blog, we shed some light on both MVPs and prototyping to help you understand their requirements and usage in the software development industry.

### [354. Product Experimentation Wonderland](https://hackernoon.com/product-experimentation-wonderland-s963357o)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/DEggXVFAGDMKxj4WH3pRvV4CLo63-1e4w3516.gif)
In “Alice in Wonderland” we are invited to escape reality by tumbling into a whimsical world of nonsense. I found in this story a good analogy for PMs.

### [355. To AI or Not to AI: How Startups Can Wisely Add AI to Their Products](https://hackernoon.com/to-ai-or-not-to-ai-how-startups-can-wisely-add-ai-to-their-products)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/oqxc347yWNf65zIjYo1OxPzanuH3-zg33be5.png)
AI can boost your MVP — if timed right. Learn when to add AI features that solve real user problems, not just chase hype.

### [356. The Real Reason Why Most Offshore Development Centers Fail](https://hackernoon.com/the-real-reason-why-most-offshore-development-centers-fail)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/4heWOm7oGwNwUUrXGb8YLf1kc4P2-w903d53.jpeg)
Discover the challenges of establishing offshore software development centers, including cultural differences, team dynamics, and more.

### [357. The HackerNoon Newsletter: Deno vs Oracle: Who Really Owns JavaScript? (12/8/2024)](https://hackernoon.com/12-8-2024-newsletter)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/hackernoon_newsletter_943_onre42unvsy39ti7k97imiot.png)
12/8/2024: Top 5 stories on the HackerNoon homepage!

### [358. Beyond Talking to Users: The Overlooked Power of Proper Desk Research](https://hackernoon.com/beyond-talking-to-users-the-overlooked-power-of-proper-desk-research)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/6IK5DwdWTyUI7HuB3Lnz8HkubDU2-b3b36kq.png)
User interviews are essential to develop successful product but desk research is no less important. Not everyone can do it right, though. Let's explore it.

### [359. How Your Churn Can Aid Business Growth](https://hackernoon.com/how-your-churn-can-aid-business-growth)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/MeqrbzMsQpfQ97HG05PagNxcfAZ2-in93vee.jpeg)
How tracking your churn rate can provide valuable insights into your business. Learn how to calculate churn rate to drive exponential growth. 

### [360. Email Configuration in Microsoft Dynamics: Linking The Email Field with Outlook](https://hackernoon.com/email-configuration-in-microsoft-dynamics-linking-the-email-field-with-outlook-op4c355y)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Xvj38qOQtIau3Xndv3vCWA3xrot1-6811i34qx.jpeg)
Learn by our our practice how to set up MS Dynamics email configuration and link Email field in CRM with Outlook Web App

### [361. RCA for Tech Managers : How to approach a Product Issue ](https://hackernoon.com/rca-for-tech-managers-how-to-approach-a-product-issue)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/BMCMAVeDVlS30JrkH42Iyxto1T43-h893h3y.jpeg)
Root Cause Analysis  for Managers

### [362. 7 Common Software Product Development Pitfalls to Avoid](https://hackernoon.com/7-common-software-product-development-pitfalls-to-avoid)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/dijpOU2f48hGeG0xH9Hr8E2P3TR2-eu4z3537.jpeg)
When it comes to software product development, the amount of pitfalls a team will be faced with is mind-boggling. These seven obstacles are very common. 

### [363. User Stories Aren’t Specs—They’re Conversations in Disguise](https://hackernoon.com/user-stories-arent-specstheyre-conversations-in-disguise)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-vt02uzy.jpeg)
Learn how to write lean, useful stories that drive collaboration—instead of over-documenting requirements.

### [364. Price as a Product: Dynamic Pricing With ML That Increases Revenue ](https://hackernoon.com/price-as-a-product-dynamic-pricing-with-ml-that-increases-revenue)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/v71HChq5ghg84RHjRhNAc3jD4vn2-ws038by.webp)
ML-driven dynamic pricing for e-com/e-grocery, tackling the complexity of thousands of SKUs, promotions, and cashback. 

### [365. Every GTM Should Be A Phased Launch and Here's Why](https://hackernoon.com/every-gtm-should-be-a-phased-launch-and-heres-why-ym2i378q)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ugoTV1vwcgR4mN8MMDUUN4vt6p02-g021373s.jpeg)
The “big splash” rollout is often a big mistake. Methodical phased launches lead to higher success rates and lower churn rates

### [366. Why IT Staff Augmentation is the Best Business Strategy](https://hackernoon.com/why-it-staff-augmentation-is-the-best-business-strategy-pw1l3zfw)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FakbcLxHi84S3iabftuYrLSI41602-eg1w28x5.jpeg?alt=media&token=750417c6-4055-4761-93aa-c1b328bd711b)
If you already have an in-house development team and require extra hands, IT outstaffing is the best solution for you. It's like renting a specialist of certain expertise from another company for a specific period of time.

### [367. The Unusual Product Strategies That Scaled an EdTech Giant](https://hackernoon.com/the-unusual-product-strategies-that-scaled-an-edtech-giant)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/KqQwwwXNIWNwSdG2JIKBYE5uHbt2-dz0360g.jpeg)
This is the story of how we turned community, competition, and cartoon mascots into one of the most powerful products and go-to-market engines in K–12 education

### [368. How to Choose the Right Type of MVP for Your Startup Idea](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-choose-the-right-type-of-mvp-for-your-startup-idea)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/da7H4NzOhAdhje46xkTgaLorF5m2-jh93zex.jpeg)
MVPs can come in a thousand shapes and forms. So, in this article, we will focus on the most popular ones. 

### [369. Product Management: The Johari Window Connection](https://hackernoon.com/product-management-the-johari-window-connection-9v1a3tmj)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FugoTV1vwcgR4mN8MMDUUN4vt6p02-yhr3td0.jpeg?alt=media&token=a6c97eb7-032c-41af-b89e-2d583815ed83)
Ever heard about Johari Window? Psychologists Joseph and Harrington, in 1955, came up with this term when trying to help people become self-aware. While I would not want to get into too many details about it, here is just a simple explanation in case you haven’t heard about it.

### [370. 95 Stories To Learn About Product Manager](https://hackernoon.com/95-stories-to-learn-about-product-manager)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/github/product-manager-641.png)
Learn everything you need to know about Product Manager via these 95 free HackerNoon stories.

### [371. What’s the Difference Between C++ vs Java](https://hackernoon.com/c-vs-java-whats-the-difference-with-examples)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/yEdfehOz04Tz81ubT9EowaqdqG03-it1375s.jpeg)
C++ vs. Java programming languages are designed for everyone, no matter if you are new to programming or you already have extensive programming experience.

### [372. How to Lead Your Product: Navigating The Problem Space (Part 2)](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-lead-your-product-navigating-the-problem-space-part-2-l83635pd)
![](https://hackernoon.com/images/qUAztEZQLkZ62mfYDrKJovC3VhM2-tf15338j.jpeg)
This article is on product leadership and how to lead your product, rather than just being a product manager. Transform requests into user stories and features.

### [373. Fixing Software Development with Bitcoin](https://hackernoon.com/fixing-software-development-with-bitcoin)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/JIOpDT1YimYfqCIgpVTk8r4gXT02-kxb34qs.jpeg)
Outsourcing software development is one of the biggest gambles a business can take. Functional design and testing paired with smart contracts lowers the risk.

### [374. 5 Proven Ways To Speed Up Digital Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/5-proven-ways-to-speed-up-digital-product-development-1w3j31c5)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/LVjWpVqeLfXgltNOyKvSVtlbbfh2-5l4s313c.jpeg)
The faster you can develop a product, the sooner it gets to market and the more sales you make. Your brand improves its market position and credibility by beating competitors to the punch.

### [375. Noonie Nominee Peculiar Ediomo-Abasi Talks About Life as a Product Manager Amidst COVID-19](https://hackernoon.com/noonie-nominee-peculiar-ediomo-abasi-talks-about-life-as-a-product-manager-amidst-covid-19-nm6v3us4)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FugoTV1vwcgR4mN8MMDUUN4vt6p02-gz603uwm.jpeg?alt=media&token=d70e79e4-0bcd-4104-b4b1-751f7f0be315)
The Noonie awards have a way of finding both the best tech writers and the best people in their fields. Our next Noonie nominee is a veteran in product development and product management. Peculiar Ediomo-Abasi from Nigeria has been nominated two Noonie awards this year. Learn more about her below!

### [376. The HackerNoon Newsletter: Will AI Agents Pump Up Our Profits? (1/12/2026)](https://hackernoon.com/1-12-2026-newsletter)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/hackernoon_newsletter_786_mzya6wt1r23ghd6nvbuf07zb.png)
1/12/2026: Top 5 stories on the HackerNoon homepage!

### [377. Transforming Your Product Development Process with Design Thinking](https://hackernoon.com/transforming-your-product-development-process-with-design-thinking)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/EAoWSsrWAFZTtjOYXmIuIN8lRBI2-g292hye.jpeg)
Regardless of the nature of your business and the various factors that contribute to its success, design thinking is vital for continued success.

### [378. How to Leverage Your Daily Feedback Loops to Achieve to Your Goals Faster](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-leverage-your-daily-feedback-loops-to-achieve-to-your-goals-faster)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/cPKBkmirofPe9l3sgbPBAqdKwGF3-qa92i8e.jpeg)
Let’s take a look at the key features of an effective feedback loop and how you can use it in your IT career.

### [379. What was the Product Masterclass by Product School all about?](https://hackernoon.com/what-was-the-product-masterclass-by-product-school-all-about-or7q3yuk)
![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1517245386807-bb43f82c33c4?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&q=80&fm=jpg&crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&w=1080&fit=max&ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEwMDk2Mn0)
One of the things, I had decided, was that during the lockdown I would sharpen my skills around Product Management. For this, I have been religiously attending many webinars and doing some online courses. One of the courses that hit the chord was this course

### [380. Who Owns Your Company Roadmap?](https://hackernoon.com/who-owns-your-company-roadmap)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/FDSLAUqwdlOzoGiZjrvaUOs8iqH2-8k930rs.jpeg)
Prioritizing the company roadmap was a challenge in my first engineering job. 

### [381. Spotify’s Approach to Multi-Metric A/B Testing Decisions](https://hackernoon.com/spotifys-approach-to-multi-metric-ab-testing-decisions)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/white-board-split-in-two-one-side-a-the-other-b-w3pieftsmt5246qj2vz3ltnz.png)
A decision rule framework improves A/B testing by balancing statistical rigor and practicality, ensuring reliable product decisions with controlled error rates.

### [382. The Critical Link Between Software and Hardware Teams in Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/the-critical-link-between-software-and-hardware-teams-in-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/illustrate-a-chain-that-appears-to-be-made-of-3-d-lines-of-code-clepmufh9000001s64fcv1dkm.png)
Software and hardware teams rely on each other. If they can learn from each other then benefits will be felt throughout an entire organization.

### [383. How Spotify Standardizes Multi-Metric Experiment Analysis](https://hackernoon.com/how-spotify-standardizes-multi-metric-experiment-analysis)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/white-board-split-in-two-one-side-a-the-other-b-lajs297p1nxkpik8tuh61ibq.png)
Exploring decision theory, OECs, and clinical trial methods to improve A/B testing. Learn how Spotify standardizes multi-metric experiment analysis.

### [384. Amazon, Google, Samsung, and Nike are All Facing the Internal Innovation Chasm](https://hackernoon.com/amazon-google-samsung-and-nike-are-all-facing-the-internal-innovation-chasm)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/R2ag4GqSKMZmCQAv8V75xwfSfmi2-zca3hh6.jpeg)
While serious resources can be spent on creative vision, rarely is anyone given the tools to properly test an idea in-market quickly at high fidelity.

### [385. Dear Product Manager, Never Get Attached to Anything in Life!](https://hackernoon.com/dear-product-manager-never-get-attached-to-anything-in-life-dc2d3e1k)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FI4GTyj5fyWh4y7kyC2x93D0tZeg1-z3o3t1y.png?alt=media&token=a4f8901d-d744-4113-8918-c4f4977f114f)
A teary-eyed heartbroken kid, who once dropped his ice -cream cone, said to me — “never get attached to anything in life.” Truer words were never spoken before!

### [386. Product Discovery: Reducing the Human Risk ](https://hackernoon.com/product-discovery-reducing-the-human-risk-jx5l3tyk)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FgbLuhq6YAcfYN1CL6CjzoJQ3qxM2-o0v3t63.jpeg?alt=media&token=bafdd845-50e4-4b82-a234-6dbfb55bc162)
The Social Dilemma appears to have triggered sensible topics (not new though) about privacy and how technology, that was not intended to endanger people ends up being used and perceived as a public enemy.

### [387. Benefits of Automation Through API Integration ](https://hackernoon.com/benefits-of-automation-through-api-integration)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/DzDrHxDCeoPeFgtDYNXybro96KK2-qx11cwo.jpeg)
This piece is about the benefits of using API system to enhance productivity and ease of work.

### [388. The Gaming Playbook: How Product Teams Can Drive Growth Through Cross-Industry Mechanic Integration](https://hackernoon.com/the-gaming-playbook-how-product-teams-can-drive-growth-through-cross-industry-mechanic-integration)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/evSb8xt4GRWtd6k24v2GaHFh1CV2-4k03btw.png)
When done right, gaming mechanics become invisible infrastructure that transforms ordinary products into compelling experiences.

### [389. Feedback Loop Optimization:
From Customer Insights to Product Development](https://hackernoon.com/feedback-loop-optimization-from-customer-insights-to-product-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/9l7fU7ih1vZCL4bCYGa1PKfrfBq1-dx936pa.jpeg)
Effective feedback loop methods focused on customer centricity and product improvement. Learn about feedback collection, storage and categorization methods.

### [390. How to Discover User Issues: A Beginners' Guide](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-discover-user-issues-a-beginners-guide-ekvi31aa)
![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1514575110897-1253ff7b2ccb?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&q=80&fm=jpg&crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&w=1080&fit=max&ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEwMDk2Mn0)
First Things First: 

### [391. How To Get Product Of The Day On Product Hunt](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-get-product-of-the-day-on-product-hunt)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/product-hunt-q2cuflqrvvw6kw3xawlcdr1a.png)
We closed a project we had been working on for 1.5 years and launched a new, even more ambitious one from scratch. 

### [392. Finding Product-Market Fit in Healthcare: Lessons from Blending Automations with a Human Touch](https://hackernoon.com/finding-product-market-fit-in-healthcare-lessons-from-blending-automations-with-a-human-touch)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/YI06dlgDs3g97taTEB7JXiDuYsz2-89139r5.jpeg)
Lessons learned from iterating towards product market fit within a legacy healthcare referral workflow.

### [393. Evidence-Based Management: When the Path Is Missing](https://hackernoon.com/evidence-based-management-when-the-path-is-missing)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/4heWOm7oGwNwUUrXGb8YLf1kc4P2-dy03anw.jpeg)
Discover how evidence-based management can guide organizations through uncertainty and help set clear missions and goals for product development.

### [394. Strategies for Validation Before You Even Start Coding](https://hackernoon.com/strategies-for-validation-before-you-even-start-coding)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/rTGkuSmEEIdJxS4Bj7H8MUxQhOg2-ii93wkb.jpeg)
Before coding your brilliant app idea, validate it first. Understand your target market. Minimize assumptions before diving into development.

### [395. Technical Huddle: An Easy Way To Turn Challenges Into Success](https://hackernoon.com/technical-huddle-an-easy-way-to-turn-challenges-into-success-bjm3tew)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/aq4436cu.png)
The Challenge

### [396. "This Pandemic Hasn't Changed the Way I Operate" - Zoe Chew, Product Dev Nom](https://hackernoon.com/the-way-to-get-into-the-tech-industry-is-to-build-somethinganything-zoe-chew-product-dev-nom-r6b93u91)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FugoTV1vwcgR4mN8MMDUUN4vt6p02-51az3upf.jpeg?alt=media&token=1be41c1c-584a-48ab-9034-a5cfa0d348cc)
Zoe Chew from Malaysia has been nominated for a 2020 Noonie in the Future Heroes and Technology categories. As a self-taught programmer and product developer, Zoe Chew has a lot of advice about how to get into the tech industry. 

### [397. The Key to Growth is a Robust Product Development Strategy](https://hackernoon.com/the-key-to-growth-is-a-robust-product-development-strategy-jpg2327d)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/q82a3yjl.png)
The biggest winners in New Product Development are the companies that continue to create a steady stream of new products in new categories. Product development strategy is the way to create growth through generating streams of new offerings. 

### [398. Evaluating A/B Testing Decision Rules with Monte Carlo Simulations](https://hackernoon.com/evaluating-ab-testing-decision-rules-with-monte-carlo-simulations)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/white-board-split-in-two-one-side-a-the-other-b-bzzgkogkr9143mw6ghvo1lz6.png)
Monte Carlo simulations analyze the impact of alpha & power corrections in A/B test decision rules, optimizing error rates for better statistical reliability.

### [399. While Investors Scour for Homeruns, Founders Should Prioritize Getting on Base](https://hackernoon.com/while-investors-scour-for-homeruns-founders-should-prioritize-getting-on-base)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/N0ENUd29UdNJCFcl7GnmZHdk2fA2-gj039ll.jpeg)
If investors only know how to spot short-term, moonshot yields, is it possible that the overwhelming majority of successful startups get overlooked?

### [400. Top 3 Things You Forget When Building Your SaaS Product](https://hackernoon.com/top-3-things-you-forget-when-building-your-saas-product-w31z3456)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/FLpbttEfVeOoaOSU8Emed0Z20pF3-zun3wo2.png)
While the number of product management roles in the US has grown by more than 30% in two years, according to LinkedIn, the responsibilities of the job are morphing. 

### [401. What Does It Mean To Be A Data-Driven Product Manager?](https://hackernoon.com/what-does-it-mean-to-be-a-data-driven-product-manager-x4283tbb)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F6IbmZHuvVpffYtZxMg4IRNAKX2w2-vq2l3uqr.jpeg?alt=media&token=d524c870-0966-4284-96b9-467e415475b8)
In this modern era where technological revolution is at its pinnacle, no business can afford to serve its customers without understanding their likes and dislikes, their preferences, and their innate feelings. Organizations today accept this fact openly: being data-driven top of the priority list; understanding the value they can draw out of storing, processing and analysing their customer data.

### [402. How To Pre Sell Your Software Products in 5 Steps](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-presell-your-software-products-in-5-steps-bir32sj)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/8v7b32oq.png)
90% of startups fail. They mostly fail because of the lack of market need. That's why it's crucial to validate your product ideas before allocating resources to a software project that is destined to fail. How do you know for certain if there's a market need for the software that you'd like to develop, though? Pre-sales constitute an answer. A software pre-sale helps you validate your product ideas without investing in them. You also get to fund your software development with the money you earn from pre-sales and develop a product that the market truly needs.

### [403. Stay Curious, Stay Humble: Lessons for PMs from Sam Walton’s Retail Obsession](https://hackernoon.com/stay-curious-stay-humble-lessons-for-pms-from-sam-waltons-retail-obsession)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/aZRTjVwp3dPosWO9B1xVCxb4zHn1-8803bfp.jpeg)
Extracting lessons from Sam Walton’s retail obsession while focusing on his curiosity, humility, and competitive spirit. 

### [404. These Six A/B Testing Mistakes Are Costing You Big Time](https://hackernoon.com/these-six-ab-testing-mistakes-are-costing-you-big-time)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/VfV5V4tjJpZrQPrHASJ6Xn5fRCH3-11039uu.jpeg)

After examining thousands of experiments from top tech companies, I discovered six critical A/B testing mistakes that are squandering your team's hard work.

### [405. I Didn’t Know How to Code. But I Knew What We Needed: An MVP](https://hackernoon.com/i-didnt-know-how-to-code-but-i-knew-what-we-needed-an-mvp)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/tRCdMTP1QOO8SNXPIJNUmIK3pZO2-8d13azb.png)
Non-developer builds an MVP in 2 weeks with AI and no-code tools. A story of urgency, curiosity, and how small teams can move faster.

### [406. How Companies Decide Which Product Changes to Keep or Scrap](https://hackernoon.com/how-companies-decide-which-product-changes-to-keep-or-scrap)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/white-board-split-in-two-one-side-a-the-other-b-wdu0jq8fiefymb2v3xibpb83.png)
Learn how Spotify’s Decision Rule 2 integrates deterioration and quality metrics to improve A/B test validity and prevent regressions in online experiments.


### [407. From Breadboard to Classroom: The Long Journey of Educational Hardware Prototypes](https://hackernoon.com/from-breadboard-to-classroom-the-long-journey-of-educational-hardware-prototypes)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/oGjLt7fd0jbdRaJOwpP6nniAXoV2-jr02233.png)
From messy breadboards to polished classroom tools - a firsthand look at the real engineering challenges behind turning educational hardware ideas into reality.

### [408. Unpacking Design Sprint in Software Outsourcing](https://hackernoon.com/unpacking-design-sprint-in-software-outsourcing)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/R2EyjV01iJMEoR6DS6Z1FhEXhm13-sp93rtr.jpeg)
Unpacking Design Sprint in Software Outsourcing: what is it, why it's needed and how to approach it.

### [409. From Wrangling Code to Taming Chaos: How Being a Software Engineer Made Me a Better Operator](https://hackernoon.com/from-wrangling-code-to-taming-chaos-how-being-a-software-engineer-made-me-a-better-operator)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-vx02z6z.jpeg)
If you’re an engineer curious about transitioning towards the business side, don’t underestimate how transferable your toolkit is.

### [410. The Importance of a Continuous Delivery Culture](https://hackernoon.com/the-importance-of-a-continuous-delivery-culture-6d3b3w0j)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FSnhq2R1AhrcVU2y5TKCrutBJCqx1-qui3wfs.jpeg?alt=media&token=7c28b4ea-7fd9-4f2c-98ce-8b9b4e9df1d4)
Continuous Delivery is the ability to ship code quickly, safely, and consistently, and it’s a necessity for teams that wish to remain innovative and competitive. It’s focused on delivering value to the user and starting that feedback loop early — the ideal state of Continuous Delivery is one in which your code is always ready to be deployed. 

Many engineering leaders think of CD as a workflow and focus on the tooling and processes necessary to keep code moving from commit to deploy. 

But CD is more than just a process — it’s a culture. To effectively practice CD, you need to: 

### [411. How to Hack the Product Adoption Process](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-hack-product-adoption-process-001f3ud4)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FspPtT7sHsbTqlbKS8GmuXQc3vpu2-u61t3epw.jpeg?alt=media&token=16fc39d1-0b5a-4e0c-b8ea-5c1b24bc9ad6)
Last Thursday, I was lucky to interview Warren Schirtzinger during a live webinar, one of the co-creators of the “Chasm” framework in the 80s, later polished and popularized by Geoffrey Moore in the book “Crossing the Chasm”.

### [412. Everything You Need To Know About The SaaS Business Model](https://hackernoon.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-saas-business-model-bw2c359u)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/uAD8YBvn0vSJPMSbXLAPo5uLWFx2-835h31y0.jpeg)
Not sure if the SaaS business model is right for your product? We cover its benefits - and the challenges you'll face.

### [413. Codeless Product Demos is the Key to Closing Deals for the Sales Team in 2021](https://hackernoon.com/codeless-product-demos-is-the-key-to-closing-deals-for-the-sales-team-in-2021-yb1a36ik)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/7rEmNIeHNFOBfZZtUMQerOZIGGH3-8iv365e.jpeg)
This article talks about product demo and why codeless product demo creation is critical for sales teams to get leads. 

### [414. Ensuring Reliable A/B Test Decisions with Guardrail Metrics](https://hackernoon.com/ensuring-reliable-ab-test-decisions-with-guardrail-metrics)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/white-board-split-in-two-one-side-a-the-other-b-a6ji9i2hsm7hrtn1g3o5bfbw.png)
Learn how UI & IU testing principles, Bonferroni corrections, & power adjustments ensure accurate A/B test decisions with multiple success & guardrail metrics.

### [415. 182 Stories To Learn About Product Design](https://hackernoon.com/182-stories-to-learn-about-product-design)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/github/product-design-803.png)
Learn everything you need to know about Product Design via these 182 free HackerNoon stories.

### [416. DITL of a Software Engineer: On Working With Serverless Like](https://hackernoon.com/ditl-of-a-software-engineer-on-working-with-serverless-like-1kk3tl2)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FJT4BgXlfxveziEP9szyBKsEXoFf2-6fc3uq5.jpeg?alt=media&token=9861e054-2215-45b6-b5fc-f853e6a87c0c)
Want to know what actually goes on under the platform and behind the screens at Dashbird? We recently sat down for a Q&A with our CTO, Marek Tihkan, on leading and managing an engineering team. Today, we speak to Alex, one of the engineers on the Development team. In this Q&A Alex gives you his insights and some visibility into what his days are like, and shares his perspective as a developer on working with serverless and the learning curves of this new way of computing.

### [417. The Cringiest Part of a Writer’s Job](https://hackernoon.com/the-cringiest-part-of-a-writers-job)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/f9U8qLbq8eX725CK7sFF7ZwZrNF3-r993cag.jpeg)
A mental model to help you accept criticism as a freelance writer.

### [418. Hacking Hacker Noon : WTF is Hacker Noon?](https://hackernoon.com/hacking-hacker-noon-wtf-is-hacker-noon)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/InxBRjRIs6M1kdhuWcyNHiiUrxm1-uvc35xb.jpeg)
Answering the existential question (not what is the meaning of life, cause who knows). But, WTF even is Hacker Noon? 

### [419. How We Migrated From Software Factory into Product Development Studio](https://hackernoon.com/how-we-migrated-from-software-factory-into-product-development-studio-xpc3z1h)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2Fmj9DAy1eTuMh6MBwBu8OnCMvkv62-p82h3wq1.jpeg?alt=media&token=9563058c-941d-496b-b7bf-26695c4bf8ca)
We were in college when we decided to start a company. At that time, it didn’t matter what type of company. 

### [420. Evaluating False Positives and Sequential Testing in Experimentation](https://hackernoon.com/evaluating-false-positives-and-sequential-testing-in-experimentation)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/white-board-split-in-two-one-side-a-the-other-b-bkuz20agz2o7h0adrh4oof0w.png)
Analyzing false positive rates & impacts of sequential deterioration tests on statistical accuracy using Monte Carlo simulations and Group Sequential Testing.

### [421. Build Products, Not Projects](https://hackernoon.com/build-products-not-projects)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/bg69XCyNZ7U823x6lsUOegwa9Lj2-hm83ipy.jpeg)
Many initiatives, labeled as ‘products,’ are in reality projects in disguise. 

### [422. Step-By-Step Product Discovery Process](https://hackernoon.com/step-by-step-product-discovery-process)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/TKx0gxo50BMbflOszmJUNJHwbth1-7ia3xii.jpeg)
Explore product discovery steps: from identifying customer problems to creating solutions, and enhancing products for unaddressed yet significant needs.

### [423. Innovative Software Product Design and Development - 01](https://hackernoon.com/innovative-software-product-design-and-development-01)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/413euGpz9JcvX40wUDuWJVtHdMz1-22d3ole.jpeg)
This article series tries to put forward General Concepts, Principles and Guidelines for Innovative Software Product Design and Development

### [424. The Beginners' Guide to Gut Checking your Competition](https://hackernoon.com/the-beginners-guide-to-gut-checking-your-competition)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/FOngTir0M4aeAVN3dnA555mRb7p1-xc1wp3750.jpeg)
The beginners' guide to competitive analysis. Here are the best tools to see how your competition is doing.

### [425. Utility First CSS Leads to Rapid Prototyping](https://hackernoon.com/utility-first-css-leads-to-rapid-prototyping-ay5x3052)
![](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1576595580361-90a855b84b20?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&q=80&fm=jpg&crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&w=1080&fit=max&ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEwMDk2Mn0)
I am the co-founder of Flexiple and Remote Tools. In this post, I describe why I chose to use a utility-first CSS framework to build my website’s UI in a fast, robust and low-maintenance way.

### [426. Your Product Feels Complex? Give It a Spine](https://hackernoon.com/your-product-feels-complex-give-it-a-spine)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/haIreD2bRcV2aVB90KGUiGgLPFJ3-zq02vk1.png)
“Too complex” means mental overload, not impossible logic. Align on a shared product model to fix modularity; design follows.

### [427. How Founders & Product Owners Can Leverage the Digital Product Development Process](https://hackernoon.com/how-founders-and-product-owners-can-leverage-the-digital-product-development-process)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/7J3JJhjjFRYPH4OIeCfxjwNM4B83-lz02f8z.jpeg)
Digital product development is the process of creating software-driven user experiences that improve the user’s journey. 

### [428. Elon’s X Is a Masterclass in Product Management—Messy, Fast, and Weirdly Effective](https://hackernoon.com/elons-x-is-a-masterclass-in-product-managementmessy-fast-and-weirdly-effective)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-kd02389.jpeg)
Under Elon Musk's leadership, X has become a bold, experimental and innovative platform by mastering 5 fundamentals of product management.

### [429. Design with Code Revolution: UXPin + Storybook Integration](https://hackernoon.com/design-with-code-revolution-uxpin-storybook-integration-1013368x)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/XeG8pux45khbf8wrmTFocIiau5g1-853k35nx.jpeg)
From now on, designers can bring production-ready and fully interactive components from Storybook to UXPin editor and design with them right away.

### [430. An Entrepreneur's Guide to Finding Growth Opportunities Through Customer-Discovery Research](https://hackernoon.com/an-entrepreneurs-guide-to-finding-growth-opportunities-through-customer-discovery-research)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/gjjoK5TvP0bjj0Me21Gxh6Vv3dh2-yd03ti0.jpeg)
Customer-discovery research is the only way to identify which strategy will work for your product or service. 

### [431. Does Your Product Keep its Promise?](https://hackernoon.com/does-your-product-keep-its-promise-ez1l349p)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/k6ZSIvNJ9xZft5qFVdRQ4QRqDuo2-a8493ugx.jpeg)
The JTBD framework introduced me to the idea that customers don’t “buy” products. Instead they “hire”  products or services to help them overcome an obstacle and better their lives. Products that deliver on this promise of upgrading the customers’ lives are loved whereas the ones failing to do so are dumped.

### [432. Work Annoyance 2: Backward Compatibility](https://hackernoon.com/work-annoyance-2-backward-compatibility-k0c31vg)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/XP2vqzbciwaV8mAkRID4EhDyq3o1-pg7t3f3d.jpeg)
There always comes a time in Developer's life whenever he/she is asked to implement a new feature which will change entire aspect of the platform/product while supporting older versions. 

### [433. The Importance of Adaptability for SaaS Startups: Insights from Indie Creators ](https://hackernoon.com/the-importance-of-adaptability-for-saas-startups-insights-from-indie-creators)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/a-desktop-computer-showing-a-saa-s-app-on-the-screen-s0w98mcj1zexis4ix3b80gky.png)
Succeeding in the indie space is difficult for many people. And it's even more when you do it by yourself. Here, 3 experienced creators share their experiences.

### [434. TDD Is Backwards: Why Assertions Should Come First in Disruptive Development](https://hackernoon.com/tdd-is-backwards-why-assertions-should-come-first-in-disruptive-development)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/eu5dIKsHPOb7HcxKVW5fEwA0U0X2-la03c4a.png)
Struggling with TDD in chaotic projects? Stop starting with the setup. Flip the script and write your Assertions first to create executable specifications.

### [435. Balancing Type I and Type II Errors in A/B Testing Decisions](https://hackernoon.com/balancing-type-i-and-type-ii-errors-in-ab-testing-decisions)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/5wpKgV75aONqkTJlafw2yQmK9yd2-n403584.png)
Learn how A/B testing decision rules use multiple-testing corrections like Bonferroni to balance Type I and Type II errors in multi-metric experiments.

### [436. Here's Why Businesses Choose Managed Support Services](https://hackernoon.com/heres-why-businesses-choose-managed-support-services)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/2jqChkrv03exBUgkLrDzIbfM99q2-2p92b8o.jpeg)
Managed support services have been the cause of debates for many years. Delegating your work to another company used to seem risky and often inefficient.

### [437. Using Segment to Send Effortless Product Notifications](https://hackernoon.com/using-segment-to-send-effortless-product-notifications)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/7OHSNWE6pKYVHaleLrssNcNVlPe2-sy137gs.jpeg)
We are excited to announce that Courier now integrates easily with Segment, the leading customer data platform.

### [438. Bad Idea Or Bad Luck: I Want To Know Your Opinion](https://hackernoon.com/bad-idea-or-bad-luck-i-want-to-know-your-opinion-4mk35hs)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/3nhao37bBEfHA9RTQ0WNVWfXPD02-xp39355d.jpeg)
This is a true story of something I witnessed a couple of years ago during my early days in tech. Was it a bad idea? A bad execution? or just an unlucky day? 

### [439. Generative AI Is Transforming the Advertising Industry – A Guide for Product Managers](https://hackernoon.com/generative-ai-is-transforming-the-advertising-industry-a-guide-for-product-managers)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ENP2FakfMTamol4a2wlZFTN4hTI3-5b03bc1.gif.webp)
Generative AI is transforming advertising by enabling a more iterative, data-driven creative process, requiring a mindset shift for product leaders.

### [440. First Impressions Matter: How to Design a Product Page Effectively](https://hackernoon.com/first-impressions-matter-how-to-design-a-product-page-effectively)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ttY7wyvswPdvuYC7qfVVwGrIYbm2-7pbe35w1.jpeg)
Design the best product page for your eCommerce store to attract more customers to your website and make sales.

### [441. The “When and Where” of Finding App Developers](https://hackernoon.com/the-when-and-where-of-finding-app-developers-8n2k31m6)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FnUjiEoah3BVfLaGbCW7ud5hq2av1-itg3whp.jpeg?alt=media&token=2db39e5d-e285-48ad-a561-17dd9b2e310b)
If your next big business move is making an app then you’re probably thinking about finding app developers or an app development agency to build your projects. While there are tons of resources out there on “what” to look for, it’s a bit more difficult to come by good information on the “when” and “where” of the matter. What seems like a minor detail becomes important when you’re tasked with getting the best people to create your software.

### [442. How to Improve Accuracy in Success and Safety Testing](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-improve-accuracy-in-success-and-safety-testing)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/5wpKgV75aONqkTJlafw2yQmK9yd2-440350d.png)
Improving efficiency in hypothesis testing by minimizing overlap in rejection regions for success and guardrail metrics in superiority and inferiority tests.

### [443. 7 Ways to Manage Pull Requests](https://hackernoon.com/7-ways-to-manage-pull-requests-4p1f34oq)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/j7ce57oSWrfwN8rcM3ORLLe4XAC2-8o4c34zb.jpeg)
Improve your team's pull request management system to ship faster, more often. 

### [444. How Can a Scrum Team Establish a Product Backlog ](https://hackernoon.com/how-can-a-scrum-team-establish-a-product-backlog)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/undspu4xF5TxmJOHaBHn5ZqRYOl1-zf135o9.jpeg)
The Scrum Guide doesn't tell you how to create a Product Backlog. This article provides one technique to do just that in five easy steps

### [445. Decoding Success: Unraveling Key Metrics and KPIs for Product Performance](https://hackernoon.com/decoding-success-unraveling-key-metrics-and-kpis-for-product-performance)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/e2ROZ7egSZOQ3EcmPY2oqegvfVj2-jq83xuf.jpeg)
In this comprehensive exploration, we will delve into specific metrics and KPIs that illuminate the path to success across diverse product types.

### [446. Building for Everyone? Here’s Why Less is More: Part 3](https://hackernoon.com/building-for-everyone-heres-why-less-is-more-part-3)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ETUCaaeQF4UMzvIWBlN1T9PgdqN2-su131a1.webp)
Juggling too many Proof of Concepts (POCs) and falling into the innovation buzzword trap can derail product development. Discover how to escape “Everyone” trap 

### [447. Innovative Software Product Design and Development - 02](https://hackernoon.com/innovative-software-product-design-and-development-02)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/413euGpz9JcvX40wUDuWJVtHdMz1-lmc3odv.jpeg)
This article series tries to put forward General Concepts, Principles and Guidelines for Innovative Software Product Design and Development

### [448. 3 Main Pillars to Achieve Product-Led Growth Through Design](https://hackernoon.com/3-main-pillars-to-achieve-product-led-growth-through-design)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/E2LCMznd7LRIVY0pS3rqjJVCvZz2-1t0396t.jpeg)
Every business that adopts a product-led growth model needs to deeply understand its users and customer journey. 

### [449. I Invested 5,000$ on Product Marketplace Development, Here Are 5 Mistakes I Made](https://hackernoon.com/i-invested-5000$-on-product-marketplace-development-here-were-5-mistakes-i-made)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/DY1QyxSHUxWtXath6OzCsgrLH0F2-4aa3u11.jpeg)
Create a successful product marketplace. Avoid costly mistakes and achieve success with effective planning, development, marketing, and user experience design. 

### [450. The Industrial Shift Towards In-House Prototyping and Design via Additive Manufacturing](https://hackernoon.com/the-industrial-shift-towards-in-house-prototyping-and-design-via-additive-manufacturing)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/KKGoFVPc02YR7Scq8mKvVQ6C1xt1-3993fcl.jpeg)
The adaption of 3D Printing has allowed for innovation in manufacturing that renders several benefits that I will get to in this article.

Additive manufacturin

### [451. How I Went from the Set of New Girl to a Startup Product Manager](https://hackernoon.com/how-i-went-from-the-set-of-new-girl-to-a-startup-product-manager)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Up825JZF5yROkBJQEVNelNrvnOn1-xc13iv1.jpeg)
There are a hundred roads to becoming a Product Manager. This one involved working as an extra on The New Girl.

### [452. Writing and Selling Unit Tests: When You Need Them and When You Don't](https://hackernoon.com/writing-and-selling-unit-tests-when-you-need-them-and-when-you-dont)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Y56tfSgkuIgpbx3m4OA15Phv3S93-ima3hap.jpeg)
Unit tests help ensure your code works better and prevents bugs. However, that explanation sounds too abstract and impractical for real-world scenarios.

### [453. I Said, "It's Funny Being Human"  at a Marriott Sports Bar in 2001  ](https://hackernoon.com/i-said-its-funny-being-human-at-a-marriott-sports-bar-in-2001-yfac3zxf)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/0u1s3vi9.jpg)
There I was. Sitting in a Marriott hotel sports bar in downtown Chicago in the middle of the afternoon on a weekday having a drink with a good friend — and suddenly former colleague — when I said that phrase out loud.

### [454. 7 Key Product Lessons I Learned Interviewing Successful Entrepreneurs](https://hackernoon.com/7-key-product-lessons-i-learned-interviewing-successful-entrepreneurs)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/ZXvwWhuaiAY0BoWkm8U7fJ1XTLI2-sj03e6x.jpeg)
In today’s digital world, consumers are more discerning than ever.

### [455. Noonie Nominee Nick Oneill on Defining "Cool" for a 5 Year Old](https://hackernoon.com/noonie-nominee-nick-oneill-on-defining-cool-for-a-5-year-old-sx723toz)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FHrzvBX6xNSVZBKImURJl23sRwcQ2-um2b3txx.jpeg?alt=media&token=c3e107bf-7e7c-49e3-a7a8-cae8f817df0b)
Nicholas Oneill from the Netherlands has been nominated in Product Development for his double diamond discovery series on Hacker Noon. 

### [456. 5 Tried and Tested Strategies for Quick Time to Value](https://hackernoon.com/5-tried-and-tested-strategies-for-quick-time-to-value)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/TKx0gxo50BMbflOszmJUNJHwbth1-f393xd4.jpeg)
Learn how you can elevate your business with UX design, reducing time to value, and outperforming competitors for game-changing success.

### [457. How We Carved A Niche For An Rx Delivery Service](https://hackernoon.com/how-we-carved-a-niche-for-an-rx-delivery-service-1s1b33o5)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/MJpFVUEItkSdoh38rYo60VT7RfH3-21w29yo.jpeg)
Few years ago, I consulted for a small Rx delivery startup in HongKong where I focused on strategy, go-to-market and built out their product direction from the 

### [458. How to Build a Product in Public And Get Traction](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-build-a-product-in-public-n91k3xf2)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/292632b5.jpg)
Image by Jorge Guillen from Pixabay 

An increasing number of indie makers decide to build in public. Some do it via their blog, on Twitter, on an open page or via communities. But it can be incredibly daunting to makers who are used to build their products in a more private fashion.

### [459. Lean Innovation: How to Tackle
Product Development in a Lean and Efficient Way](https://hackernoon.com/lean-innovation-how-to-tackle-product-development-in-a-lean-and-efficient-way-tx2b3wqu)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FAvjI8Do9Myerp95d82NcoxJx2On1-co2t3wvx.jpeg?alt=media&token=7512392f-604a-48aa-a4ed-28cda3bb1e7f)
Nowadays, it is especially important to keep the process of product development lean and efficient. Therefore it is helpful to determine the concrete goal of each phase. This makes it easier to keep the entire process goal-oriented, structured and efficient. 

### [460. The On-Call Process: 7 Reasons It’s Not Up to Par and Ways to Improve](https://hackernoon.com/the-on-call-process-7-reasons-its-not-up-to-par-and-ways-to-improve)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/sNmLSvgdokSqvpdNLTZ1TjyW7wF3-k8a20g4.jpeg)
Examples of cases from running products that ruined on-call experience and techniques that helped to mitigate them

### [461. On Creating the Right Test Strategy for Your Project: A Guide from the COO](https://hackernoon.com/on-creating-the-right-test-strategy-for-your-project-a-guide-from-the-coo)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/R72g11CLbqfo3Dii8GWiXRvUH6t1-tpa3heq.jpeg)
A test strategy is a set of high-level definitions that determine how software testing processes are going to be performed, driving our decisions on how to invest our testing efforts. Creating a well-thought test strategy is crucial to understanding the overall scope of your project, and what testing approaches, tools and skills are required in order to develop a successful product that provides a great user experience.

### [462. Treating Your Software as a Craft](https://hackernoon.com/treating-your-software-as-a-craft-qpbf32yo)
![](https://images.unsplash.com/flagged/photo-1567400389308-a5709e30eb79?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&q=80&fm=jpg&crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&w=1080&fit=max&ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEwMDk2Mn0)
As a software engineer, developer, coder, or hacker, whatever title you adopt, are you a craftsperson?  If you take pride in your work, what makes you a craftsperson? If you don't, why not?

### [463. Treating Your Software as a Craft](https://hackernoon.com/treating-your-software-as-a-craft-aobr32ps)
![](https://images.unsplash.com/flagged/photo-1567400389308-a5709e30eb79?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&q=80&fm=jpg&crop=entropy&cs=tinysrgb&w=1080&fit=max&ixid=eyJhcHBfaWQiOjEwMDk2Mn0)
As a software engineer, developer, coder, or hacker, whatever title you adopt, are you a craftsperson?  If you take pride in your work, what makes you a craftsperson? If you don't, why not?

### [464. You Need to Unlearn Your Product Every Day as a Product Manager](https://hackernoon.com/you-need-to-unlearn-your-product-every-day-as-a-product-manager-zw2t3yq0)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/drafts/rva73yfu.png)
Product Managers (PM) are responsible for the growth of the product from the very first day. If the product succeeds, the whole product team gets the credit but if it fails, the PM takes complete responsibility for its failure. In this drive to make their product successful, PMs need to spend a lot of time with their product to make it simple and valuable for their users. 

### [465. "Helping Design Products in The Security And Compliance Space", Interview with Kishore V](https://hackernoon.com/helping-design-products-in-the-security-and-compliance-space-interview-with-kishore-v-jd2j3w79)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F3nhao37bBEfHA9RTQ0WNVWfXPD02-oj1r3wkz.jpeg?alt=media&token=c2b9613b-4af2-4f3c-a1e8-12c11ac63d6e)
Kishore V from India has been nominated for a 2020#Noonie in the Future Heroes and Technology categories.. 

### [466. Unleash the Power of Cohort Analysis & CLTV Modeling in Analytics](https://hackernoon.com/unleash-the-power-of-cohort-analysis-and-cltv-modeling-in-analytics)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/how-to-set-up-and-use-reporting-snapshots-in-salesforce-to-track-customer-history-mli87n54fuxj5bhsc9jirwbp.png)
Discover the key differences between Cohort Analysis and CLTV modeling. Learn how top companies use both to drive retention, revenue, and strategic decisions.

### [467. How to Maintain a Prototyping Mindset When Building for the Semantic Web ](https://hackernoon.com/how-to-maintain-a-prototyping-mindset-when-building-for-the-semantic-web)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/N0ENUd29UdNJCFcl7GnmZHdk2fA2-g003954.jpeg)
This talk covers the importance of keeping a prototyping mindset in all aspects of our web design with reference to the idea of the semantic web. 

### [468. I Outsourced Label Manufacturing To Jump Start My eCommerce Business](https://hackernoon.com/i-outsourced-label-manufacturing-to-jump-start-my-ecommerce-business-533d35y4)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/IiMzzGSlfuaJWS7iBBZnummIBeI3-8q2q34pj.jpeg)
Private label manufacturers can be a game-changer for any e-commerce business.  We're discussing how they help and how to work with them.

### [469. "The Role of Technology is To Eliminate Itself", Interview with Aahan Bhatt](https://hackernoon.com/the-role-of-technology-is-to-eliminate-itself-interview-with-aahan-bhatt-k51z3t37)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2F3nhao37bBEfHA9RTQ0WNVWfXPD02-ju1q3tt4.jpeg?alt=media&token=17ef989b-e7cc-42d8-ba93-b4b1b9bba431)
The 2020 #Noonies are here,and they are both much greener and much bigger than last year.

### [470. Follow the Leverage](https://hackernoon.com/follow-the-leverage-sj153te1)
![](https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/hackernoon-app.appspot.com/o/images%2FY14t1a3ZEoT7RE6300ayez7dRN83-t12c3uwp.jpeg?alt=media&token=811c5598-dc35-4d55-93e3-29315d8f2581)
Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall move the world.

### [471. Why “On Time and On Budget” Is the Wrong Goal ](https://hackernoon.com/why-on-time-and-on-budget-is-the-wrong-goal)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/7C2eGNBArBcU5I4dKzTD1aOkxLl2-gx03dn1.jpeg)
If your definition of success begins and ends with “on time and on budget,” you’re not delivering outcomes. You’re delivering closure.

### [472. The HackerNoon Newsletter: No One Is Coming. Everyone’s Busy. (4/28/2025)](https://hackernoon.com/4-28-2025-newsletter)
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4/28/2025: Top 5 stories on the HackerNoon homepage!

### [473. An Overview of our PH Launch for AskMakers v2.0](https://hackernoon.com/an-overview-of-our-ph-launch-for-askmakers-v20-lo1k3ua0)
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Oh…I am so sleepy…because I launched AskMakers 2.0 on Product Hunt and I have been monitoring it almost without sleeping😪

### [474. Building 30 Products In 30 Days: Time to Man Up](https://hackernoon.com/building-30-products-in-30-days-time-to-man-up)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/wDji9Bleg1RJONTONRYRGUHpCt72-sx933kq.jpeg)
I’m gonna do 30 products in 30 days. Over 50% needs to be paid products. Free tools aka engineering marketing is allowed

### [475. How a Lost Pitch Shaped My Startup Approach with Diabuddy](https://hackernoon.com/how-a-lost-pitch-shaped-my-startup-approach-with-diabuddy)
![](https://cdn.hackernoon.com/images/Kyn91tITMIS247X0WhTw0o5iHE52-mp034zs.jpeg)
A failed startup pitch taught Obichi powerful lessons on innovation, commercialization, and the business realities behind every great idea.