REWORK V1 is for Us
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Oct 30, 2024 The co-founders discuss how the first version of a product is tailored for internal needs, ensuring it addresses real use cases. They emphasize the importance of using their own tools to identify issues and creatively solve problems. The conversation delves into past experiences like Highrise, showcasing the value of patient observation post-launch rather than rushing to change based on early feedback. They also highlight innovative design inspired by user input, like personal artwork in the Hey email service, demonstrating how genuine user engagement drives creativity.
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Self-Driven Roadmap
- Building for yourself provides a clear roadmap.
- You naturally uncover the next important feature by using the product and identifying remaining issues.
Hey's V1 and Signatures
- Hey's V1 lacked automated signatures, a feature common in other email clients.
- This decision allowed the team to focus on novel features like the screener.
Highrise's Restart
- Highrise's initial development was scrapped after six months because it wasn't built for the team's needs.
- The team restarted, focusing on their internal communication needs.