MVP Feature Implementation Guide
Not every feature belongs in your MVP. Learn what to build first, what to skip, and how to implement each feature correctly.
Authentication
User Authentication
essentialSecure login and registration systems including email/password, social auth, and passwordless options.
Social Login
importantOAuth-based login with Google, Apple, Facebook, and other identity providers.
Role-Based Access Control
importantPermissions systems for controlling what users can see and do based on their roles.
Payments
Payment Processing
essentialAccept payments via credit cards, ACH, and digital wallets with proper security and compliance.
Subscription Billing
essentialRecurring payment management, subscription tiers, trials, and billing lifecycle handling.
Communication
Real-time Notifications
importantPush notifications, in-app notifications, and real-time updates to keep users engaged.
Email Integration
essentialTransactional emails, marketing emails, and email deliverability for critical user communications.
SMS Notifications
nice-to-haveText message notifications for OTP verification, alerts, and time-sensitive communications.
Data & Storage
File Uploads
importantSecure file upload handling for images, documents, and media with storage and delivery optimization.
Search Functionality
importantFull-text search, filtering, and faceted search for product catalogs, content, and user data.
Analytics & Tracking
importantUser behavior tracking, product analytics, and data collection for informed decision making.
Image Processing
importantResize, optimize, transform, and deliver images efficiently for web and mobile applications.
Infrastructure
API Development
essentialRESTful or GraphQL APIs for mobile apps, third-party integrations, and frontend-backend communication.
Database Design
essentialChoosing and designing databases for scalability, performance, and data integrity.
Webhooks
importantSend and receive HTTP callbacks for event-driven integrations with external services.
Caching Strategy
importantImplement caching layers to improve response times and reduce database load.
Rate Limiting
importantProtect your API from abuse and ensure fair usage with request rate controls.
Error Tracking
essentialCapture, monitor, and debug production errors to maintain application reliability.
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