The debate between design-first and code-first development approaches has been ongoing. Here's why design-first wins for web app development:
Design-First Approach
Design-first MVP development prioritizes user experience and visual design before writing code. This approach:
- Ensures user needs are addressed from the start
- Reduces costly redesigns during development
- Creates better user experiences
- Leads to higher user satisfaction and retention
Code-First Approach
Code-first development starts with functionality, adding design later. This can lead to:
- Technical solutions that don't match user needs
- Expensive redesigns mid-development
- Poor user experiences
- Lower user adoption rates
Why Design-First Wins
Research shows design-led companies see 36% higher revenue growth and 56% higher shareholder returns. Design-first development ensures your MVP not only works but delights users, leading to better validation and faster market success.
Real-World Impact
Companies that prioritize design see significantly better outcomes. Users are more likely to engage with, recommend, and pay for well-designed products. In the competitive startup landscape, design can be the difference between success and failure.
Our Design-First Process
At Orbyt, we start every project with user research and design. We create detailed wireframes and prototypes before writing a single line of code. This ensures that when development begins, we're building exactly what users need.
At Orbyt, we use a design-first approach for all our MVP and prototype app development projects. This methodology ensures your product not only works but delights users. Get in touch to see how we can help you build better products with our launch-ready software development services.