MVP and Why We Confuse Building to Learn with Building to Earn

Explore the widespread misunderstandings surrounding Minimum Viable Product (MVP) in this conference talk from YOW! 2018, where product development expert Jeff Patton clarifies one of the most misused terms in contemporary software development. Discover how thought leaders' misinterpretations have created industry-wide confusion and learn the counter-intuitive concepts hidden within the MVP framework that make proper implementation challenging. Gain insights into techniques for finding smaller successful releases, testing ideas faster, developing higher quality software more predictably, and releasing with greater confidence. Understand how Patton's holistic approach blends Agile thinking, Lean and Lean Startup methodologies, and UX Design principles to create a product-centric way of working that focuses on building great products rather than just building faster. Learn from the author of the bestselling "User Story Mapping" book as he reveals how the seemingly problematic MVP concept contains valuable clues for transforming your development approach and achieving better outcomes in software product development.