What is proof of concept in software development?

Proof of concept is a term that is often used especially by startup people and refers to methods to assess the viability of one's idea.

For example, you can come up with an idea to create an app for cyclists. But are you sure that cyclists want it? Are you positive that they are willing to pay for it in a way you specified? You don't. Therefore, you ask your target audience, you create MVP (Minimum Viable Product, a minimum version of your future full product) and test it.

OK. What is the difference between proof of concept and proof of concept in software development?

Proof of concept in software development also refers to tests. But this time it's more about finding out whether the idea is viable technically, not in a business context. You may know that your idea makes sense business-wise. But can it be achieved in an optimal way. Can you developers build it an acceptable price and in an acceptable time. That's what proof of concept in software development is all about. You can find a more detailed article on this topic proof of concept in software development,

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