Less technical debt

09/19/24 • 28 min

In this episode, we break down the concept of technical debt and explore how startups can avoid it by starting with strong design principles.

We’ll discuss the balance between speed and a solid design foundation, the importance of using UI kits, and how design-first approaches can prevent costly issues down the line. Learn how early design decisions can save your startup from expensive rewrites, longer time to market, and other hidden costs of technical debt. We’ll also share practical tips on integrating design into your development process to set your product up for success.

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In this episode, we break down the concept of technical debt and explore how startups can avoid it by starting with strong design principles.

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