A client asked for a blueprint on a napkin and I almost took it seriously.

Honestly, the absurd request made me realize I prefer quick sketches over formal drafts for first meetings. Most drafters would call me crazy, but it cuts the talk and gets to the point.

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ben_gibson7mo ago

Bro called it the ultimate test, that's insane.

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jade_lane7mo ago

Napkin blueprints are the ultimate test of a good idea. If it doesn't fit there, it probably shouldn't be built.

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wren2176mo ago

Hold up, I gotta push back a little. The napkin test is great for a core concept, but some really complex, good ideas need more room to breathe. Ben_gibson might be onto something calling it "the ultimate test" a bit much. A simple sketch can't always capture the needed details for something big, you know? It's a solid starting filter, but not the only one.

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