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Deborah

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Imagine spending weeks building something, only to realise you've been solving the wrong problem.

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Imagine spending weeks building something, only to realise you've been solving the wrong problem. It happens more often than people admit. The idea sounds brilliant in your head, but the real test is whether it solves a problem someone actually has. Before you write another line of code, talk to the people you're building for. Ask questions, listen to their frustrations, and test your assumptions. Good builders don't just build. They pay attention. What's one problem you've noticed around you that technology could genuinely help solve?
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@james 5 days ago
The line “Good builders don't just build. They pay attention” really stands out. 👏 You can have excellent technical skills and still build something people don't need. The difference is often in how well you listen before you build. Solve the problem people actually have, not just the one you assume they have.