IP & Prototyping

The Challenge

In the rush to innovate with AI, many companies fall into the trap of “solutionism.” They see a promising demo that looks 85% complete and over-invest in a full-scale product, only to find themselves caught in the “85% Trap,” where the last 15% is a brutal, resource-draining slog. The smart alternative is to prove the concept first, using a rigorous process that builds a foundation of valuable intellectual property along the way.

My Approach

I help you de-risk innovation by running your idea through the first stages of the Six-Gate Delivery Loop. This process not only validates your concept but also produces a high-quality, well-documented prototype that serves as a valuable asset. My approach includes:

• Spec Gate: We’ll translate your vision into a testable spec, defining the exact behavior and constraints of the prototype.
• Scaffold & Test Gate: We’ll generate the architectural skeleton and amplify the tests before writing the implementation, ensuring the foundation is solid.
• Gen/Edit Gate: We’ll build the prototype within these guardrails, resulting in a functional, high-quality asset, not just a brittle demo.
• IP Strategy: The documentation, specs, and tests generated through this process form the core of your intellectual property, making it far more valuable than just a standalone piece of code.

Key Outcomes

My approach to IP and prototyping is designed to help you achieve:

• A working prototype that rigorously validates the feasibility and value of your concept.
• A clear understanding of the technical risks and a reliable path to production.
• A robust foundation for your intellectual property, including specs, tests, and architecture.
• A dramatic reduction in the time and cost required to validate innovative concepts.

Ideal For

• Organizations exploring innovative technology concepts
• Founders validating technical feasibility of startup ideas
• Research teams translating academic concepts into prototypes
• Companies seeking to establish IP around novel solutions