Conduct a Business Needs Audit Before Coding

Use when: Initiating development or troubleshooting existing applications

How it works:

1. Pause any immediate technical fixes or coding efforts.

2. Conduct a thorough audit of the client's or product's business goals.

3. Identify the specific problem the application is intended to solve and clarify which users depend on it.

4. Map the existing user experience (UX) against identified needs to ensure alignment.

Tip: Skipping this step may lead to more time spent on future rework and instability.

Align Code Changes with Business Objectives

Use when: Implementing or modifying software features

How it works:

1. Ensure each coding effort is directly tied back to the client's or business’s core objectives.

2. Translate business goals into concrete requirements that guide the development process.

3. Focus the code on delivering real, functional solutions rather than just technical fixes.

Tip: This approach helps prevent the creation of flashy but unstable products.

Sequence Development Efforts Correctly

Use when: Planning or executing development projects

How it works:

1. Prioritize understanding the business need before starting the development of the user experience (UX).