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Understand Product Prototyping
Crafts
Level 1 - Exploration

Understand Product Prototyping

Taught by Elena Rodriguez

About This Challenge

Learn prototyping methods for physical product development. This exploration covers prototyping fundamentals for hardware entrepreneurs, including method selection, material choices, essential tools, and systematic testing approaches to validate your product ideas.

What You'll Learn

  • Identify and select appropriate prototyping methods based on project goals and available resources
  • Choose suitable materials for different prototyping stages from concept to functional testing
  • Use basic prototyping tools safely and effectively to construct physical models
  • Apply iterative prototyping techniques to rapidly improve designs through feedback cycles
  • Design and execute prototype testing plans that validate product assumptions

Challenge Content

22 lessons
Prototyping Methods
Introduction to Product Prototyping
8 min
Understanding Prototyping Fidelity
7 min
Prototyping Methods Overview
8 min
Prototyping Methods Check
10 min
Method Selection Exercise
20 min
Prototyping Materials
Material Selection for Prototyping
9 min
Paper, Cardboard, and Sheet Materials
8 min
Foam and Modeling Materials
8 min
Adhesives and Joining Methods
6 min
Materials Knowledge Check
10 min
Material Selection Challenge
25 min
Essential Tools
Your Prototyping Toolkit
8 min
Cutting Tools and Techniques
8 min
Measuring and Marking Tools
7 min
Tools Knowledge Check
10 min
Precision Cutting Practice
20 min
Testing and Iteration
The Testing Mindset
9 min
Types of Prototype Testing
8 min
The Iteration Cycle
7 min
Testing Knowledge Check
10 min
Create a Prototype Testing Plan
30 min
Your Prototyping Journey Begins
5 min

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Challenge Info

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Level 1 - Exploration
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Requirements

  • No prior prototyping experience required
  • Basic craft supplies (paper, cardboard, tape)
  • Curiosity about physical product development
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