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MINIMUM AWESOME PRODUCT (MAP)
MINIMUM AWESOME PRODUCT (MAP)
Making it Stand Out - Final Touches, Extras & Polishing
Making it Stand Out - Final Touches, Extras & Polishing
During the last sprint it should be all about making your product as exciting as possible. Making sure it looks the best it can with all the bells and whistles. Add final touches, optimise performance, and create a smooth, professional experience. Focus on engagement, consistency, and user satisfaction.
Evidence
Evidence
You will need to show evidence of your process. You can do this a variety of ways:
A overview each week
After completing a task in your project management
Key moments
Use bullet points, screen captures, gifs, images, written info to show this evidence.
*** We do not need every single detail - just key points and a quick summary. ***
Task 1 - Sprint 3 Planning
Task 1 - Sprint 3 Planning
Get into Trello (or whatever planning tool you are using) and break this sprint down to easy manageable tasks. You should have some sort of functional outcome that looks pretty reasonable so this focus is on making it awesome.
At the end of 4 weeks you should have something that can be trialled with end users and is pretty much ready to be launched. This is the final trial and feedback session and hopefully there will be only minor tweaks if nothing. Polish the experience, maximise engagement, make it emotionally satisfying. Incorporate client feedback, test across contexts, optimise performance, and make the outcome delightful and memorable.
Below are some examples to help you get started.
Example for 3D Models (for game assets or an online platform like Sketchfab)
Example for 3D Models (for game assets or an online platform like Sketchfab)
S3 Tasks:
Final polish on shaders and texture detail
Animate idle loop or key movements
Add to real-time scene or render in cinematic
Build asset presentation board or turntable video
MAP Testing Checklist:
Lighting and shading feel professional
Texture maps (AO, normal, roughness) work together
Model works in final scene or environment
Final file structure is clean and ready for handoff
Example for Animation
Example for Animation
S3 Tasks:
Add subtle animation: breathing, eye flicks, hair movement
Polish transitions, colour grade, shadows, glows
Render final scenes in high resolution
Add titles/credits/soundtrack
MAP Testing Checklist:
Movements feel fluid and natural
Visual effects add immersion
Final video exported at professional quality
Scene transitions seamless
Final review matches intended emotional tone
Example for Audio-Visual (e.g. video, podcast, music track)
Example for Audio-Visual (e.g. video, podcast, music track)
S3 Tasks:
Colour grade (video) or mastering (audio)
Add titles, intro/outro stings
Optimise compression for platform-specific formats
Share preview and gather final feedback
MAP Testing Checklist:
Final output has consistent tone/volume
Visual pacing enhances message
All technical issues resolved
Branding/credits present
Viewer/listener engagement confirmed
Example for DFM Product
Example for DFM Product
S3 Tasks:
Apply colour and material styling
Create professional renders and physical prototype (if possible)
Document user testing results
Finalise all print files/specs for manufacture
MAP Testing Checklist:
Renderings and visuals match real-world usage
User trials validate function
Presentation board is clear and compelling
All files export cleanly and are production-ready
Example for Graphic Design (e.g. Branding Package, Book, Comic etc)
Example for Graphic Design (e.g. Branding Package, Book, Comic etc)
S3 Tasks:
Apply final retouches and texture overlays
Develop motion version (e.g. animated poster or logo sting)
Prepare folio with rationale and development steps
Reflect on branding effectiveness
MAP Testing Checklist:
Designs are crisp, readable, and visually striking
Visuals elicit emotional response
Mockups show design in context (shirt, website, billboard)
Files print/deliver at scale without loss
Example for Video Games
Example for Video Games
S3 Tasks:
Add polish: particle effects, ambient sounds, UI transitions
Optimise performance and bug fix
Conduct final user trials and tweak difficulty
Add storytelling elements or intro/outro scenes
MAP Testing Checklist:
Game feels smooth and polished
Final player feedback addressed
UI transitions add to immersion
Game builds and exports without error
User satisfaction tested and documented
Example for Website (with Database)
Example for Website (with Database)
S3 Tasks:
Add advanced animations (scroll, transitions)
Complete SEO metadata, favicon, manifest
Implement performance improvements (lazy load, minify CSS/JS)
Run Lighthouse/GTmetrix analysis
MAP Testing Checklist:
Mobile/responsive layout works flawlessly
Design feels modern and refined
No broken links or console errors
Page loads fast (score 80+ on Lighthouse)
All client feedback addressed
Task 2 - Sprint 3 Develop & Test
Task 2 - Sprint 3 Develop & Test
Task 3 - Sprint 3 Trial & Feedback
Task 3 - Sprint 3 Trial & Feedback
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