# 04. Prototype readiness checklist

Ship only when all critical checks pass.

## Clarity

- [ ] Product promise is obvious in the first two screens
- [ ] Core user flow can be explained in under one minute
- [ ] Every primary button label is action-focused

## UX quality

- [ ] No dead-end screen in the core flow
- [ ] Loading, empty, and error states are present
- [ ] Form fields include labels and helper text where needed

## Visual consistency

- [ ] Reused components are consistent across screens
- [ ] Spacing and alignment follow one layout grid
- [ ] Typography scale is consistent

## Demo readiness

- [ ] Prototype starts from a clear first frame
- [ ] Key path is clickable end to end
- [ ] Demo script is prepared (30 to 60 seconds)

## Decision

- [ ] Ready to show
- [ ] Needs one more iteration