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Type of Prototypes
Conceptual prototype
Work through a design–for designers and
developers, prototypes act as a way to
work through your design…
Technical prototype
Gauge technical feasibility–designers want to
do X, but can engineering do it? Do we have
the resources? Is it worth the effort?
Vision prototype
As a common communication platform–
using them to get everyone on the same
page…
Consensus prototype
Sell your idea internally–using them to sell
your design solution to internal stake
holders…
Demo
As a marketing tool–while similar to number
3, this is for an external audience.
Todd Zaki Warfel / Joe Lamantia
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Communication
Conceptual prototype
Work through a design–for designers and
developers, prototypes act as a way to
work through your design…
Technical prototype
Gauge technical feasibility–designers want to
do X, but can engineering do it? Do we have
the resources? Is it worth the effort?
Vision prototype
As a common communication platform–
using them to get everyone on the same
page…
Consensus prototype
Sell your idea internally–using them to sell
your design solution to internal stake
holders…
Demo
As a marketing tool–while similar to number
3, this is for an external audience.
Evolve / Test
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Do the Minimum:
• Make the one thing that matters high(er) fidelity.
• If you’re setting vision, build only what you need
to tell your story (happy path).
Be sure it’s Viable:
• If you’re testing feasibility, apply some rigor.
• Ensure what you’re designing is possible.
Choose the right type of Prototype:
• Pick methods based on outcome.