The Ultimate Guide to Starting a Project with //TREVORFRY.TECH
Discover the straightforward, collaborative process I use to bring your project to life. From understanding your goals to building and refining your vision, this guide walks you through how we’ll work together to achieve success.
Why Is This Process So Important?
When you’re kicking off a new project, the last thing you want is confusion, miscommunication, or wasted time. That’s where having a clear, flexible process comes in. Whether you’re launching a brand-new website, revamping your existing tech, or developing an entirely new concept, having a guide in place makes all the difference.
This guide isn’t just about a step-by-step checklist—it's about setting the stage for collaboration, adaptability, and getting things done efficiently. And hey, I’ve learned from experience that when everyone’s on the same page, projects move faster, smoother, and with fewer headaches.
Ready to dive in? Let’s break down what working with me looks like.
Of course, if you have any questions or would like to chat more about your project, please reach out!
The Nuts and Bolts: How We Bring Your Project to Life
DISCOVERY & DEFINITION
1. Initial Chat & Discovery
The first step is simple: we have a conversation. This is a time for us to chat about your business, your goals, and what’s been keeping you up at night. I want to hear about your existing setup, whether that’s a well-oiled website or doesn't even exist. This step is about understanding your current challenges and where you’d like to go.
2. Defining the Scope & Goals
Every project needs direction, but we’re not carving anything in stone here. We'll outline the project's core objectives and set some milestones, leaving room for adjustments along the way. Think of it as our “project skeleton” that we’ll flesh out together as the project evolves.
3. The Proposal & Agreement
Once we’re aligned, I’ll create a detailed proposal that outlines the project scope, timelines, and costs involved. This is where we get all the formalities out of the way—contracts, expectations, and any other important details to ensure we're both on the same page. It’s an essential step to make sure we're committed and ready to bring your project to life with clarity and confidence.
4. Kickoff & Planning
Now we’re getting into the good stuff. We’ll have a kickoff meeting to hash out the finer details: goals, timelines, communication preferences, and how we’ll keep everything moving. This meeting helps set the tone and ensures we’re ready to roll.
5. BUILDING THE MVP
With a clear plan in place, we dive into building the MVP (Minimum Viable Product). This early version captures the core of your project, allowing us to see progress quickly and ensure we're on the right track from the start.
Here’s where things get exciting. We start with an MVP—a stripped-down version of your project that captures the core functionality and features. This approach allows us to quickly create a working prototype that showcases the most important elements, ensuring we’re moving in the right direction. It’s the quickest way to see real progress and test ideas in action, without getting bogged down in unnecessary details. You’ll get to see things come together in real time, providing opportunities to give feedback, make adjustments, and refine the vision as we go. This iterative process helps us stay flexible and responsive, ultimately leading to a more polished final product.
6. FEEDBACK & ITERATION
Your input matters. As the MVP takes shape, we’ll review, tweak, and iterate. This phase is all about collaboration—ensuring that the project meets your vision while allowing for those lightbulb moments that often pop up along the way.
7. Testing & Launch
No one likes surprises (well, maybe some do, but not the broken kind). Before we go live, we’ll test everything to make sure it’s working seamlessly. Once everything checks out, it’s time to launch and let the world see what we’ve built!
The project doesn’t end at launch. I’m here for any tweaks, updates, or questions you might have. We’ll continue to refine things, ensuring your project isn’t just up and running but thriving.
By now, you’ve got a solid understanding of how we’ll work together—adapting to your needs, building MVPs to show progress, and ensuring you’re in the loop every step of the way. Every project has its quirks, but with the right process, we’ll navigate them together.
Got questions or ready to kick things off? Reach out, and let's turn your vision into reality!