"The Core" should represent the —the simplest version of your product that provides immediate value.
To keep your product fast and maintainable, separate the "Core" from its implementations.
: Focus on the specific frustrations your target audience faces. For example, Figma's "Core" was real-time collaboration, born from designers' frustration with slow tools.
When choosing what goes into "The Core," prioritize mandatory features that cannot be excluded from any configuration.
: Depending on your platform, this might include search and filtering, payment flows, or in-app support.
"The Core" should represent the —the simplest version of your product that provides immediate value.
To keep your product fast and maintainable, separate the "Core" from its implementations.
: Focus on the specific frustrations your target audience faces. For example, Figma's "Core" was real-time collaboration, born from designers' frustration with slow tools.
When choosing what goes into "The Core," prioritize mandatory features that cannot be excluded from any configuration.
: Depending on your platform, this might include search and filtering, payment flows, or in-app support.