After
this semester I still hold on to the idea that a prototype is a systematic beta
construction of a future product/entity. It is a semi-developed and semi-deployed
idea.
Below are
editions to what prototypes and prototyping means to me.
What form can a prototype take you ask?
- A spark of ingenious in one's mind
- A design
- A plan
Incomplete but cohesive information in a physical manner - A sketch
- Digital artistry
- A listing of functionality and features
- A scenario of interaction
What are the needs for a prototype?
- A brain
- Something physical to visualise the idea
- People, to admire it and make it fruitful with C&C (comments and critisisms)
- Experiences for analysis to evoke
What is a prototype used for?
- Visualisation
- Testing new ideas or iterations of an existing product/entity.
- Modelling concepts
- Listing out abilities and functionality
What is a prototype's purpose?
- To access the validity of an idea
- To lower or increase self-esteem
- To see if the world has thought of everything already when you hear your idea is not unique.
- Acceptability and usability in the public forum
When do you create a prototype?
- When you think you have a fruitful idea or concept to show and convey to others and yourself.
- Before starting any physical design process
