How to validate a solution before development?

To validate a solution before development, discovery methods are used, which help test hypotheses and understand whether the product or feature will truly solve the user's problem. Main approaches:

• User interviews — gather feedback, identify pains and needs.
• Prototyping — create simple mockups or interactive prototypes to showcase the idea and gather feedback.
• Concept testing — check the target audience's reaction to the idea.
• Market and competitor analysis — study if similar solutions exist and how they work.
• Launching an MVP (minimum viable product) — release a simplified version to test demand.

Thus, before starting development, it is important to gather data and ensure that the solution is in demand and addresses real problems.