MVP vs Prototype vs Pilot: What to Build First

Founders constantly confuse MVPs, prototypes, and pilots — and end up building the wrong thing at the wrong time. Here's a clear distinction and decision framework for what to build first.

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February 28, 2026·9 min read·0 views
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