MVP Roadmap

(Deadline: March 31)

Focus: Build a functional, stripped-down MVP to validate demand.

Week	Key Deliverables
Week 1 (Now)	- Finalize MVP scope (core features only).
	- Set up frontend (Next.js) + backend (Supabase).
	- Create landing page with waitlist signup.
Week 2	- Build user auth (email + Google) with NextAuth.js.
	- Create a static project directory (3–5 fake projects with hardcoded data).
Week 3	- Integrate Stripe for payments (test mode).
	- Add a basic "Invest Now" button that triggers Stripe Checkout.
Week 4	- Build a simple dashboard to display user investments.
	- Add CO2 savings formula (simplified: e.g., $1 = 1 kg CO2 saved).
Week 5	- Replace fake projects with real data (partner with 1–2 pilot projects).
	- Test end-to-end flow: Signup → Invest → Track.
Week 6	- Launch closed beta (invite 10–20 testers).
	- Fix bugs and improve UI based on feedback.
Week 7–8	- Deploy MVP publicly (Vercel + Railway).
	- Run a soft launch campaign (email waitlist + social media).

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MVP Core Features

1. User Onboarding

   • Signup/login (email/Google).

   • Basic profile setup (no KYC for now).

2. Project Directory

   • 3–5 real projects (e.g., solar, recycling).

   • Simple filters (category, min investment).

3. Payments

   • Stripe integration (one-time payments).

   • Fractional investing (as low as $50).

4. Impact Tracking

   • Basic dashboard: Total invested + CO2 saved.

   • Simple formula (e.g., $1 = 1 kg CO2).

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What to Skip for Now

• Advanced dashboards (graphs, historical data).

• Social sharing, forums, or gamification.

• Mobile app (stick to web-only).

• Complex project vetting (manual approvals for pilot projects).

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Tech Stack for Speed

• Frontend: Next.js + Tailwind CSS (prebuilt components from Tailwind UI).
• Backend: Supabase (free tier for auth + PostgreSQL).

• Payments: Stripe (prebuilt Checkout flow).

• Hosting: Vercel (frontend) + Railway (backend).

• Impact Metrics: Hardcoded formulas (e.g., CO2 = investment * 1 kg/$).

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Week 1 Checklist

• Create Next.js app: npx create-next-app ecovest-frontend.

• Set up Supabase project and link to Next.js.

• Build a landing page with:

  • Value proposition.

  • Email waitlist (use ConvertKit or Tally form).
• Draft MVP user flow (Figma or paper sketch).

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Tips to Stay on Track

1. Daily Standups: Even if solo, track progress daily.

2. Prebuilt Templates: Use:

   • Next.js + Stripe Starter.
   • Supabase Auth Template.
3. Outsource Non-Core Work: Hire a freelancer for tasks like Stripe webhooks or UI tweaks.

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Risks & Mitigation

Risk	Solution
Payment delays	Use Stripe’s test mode first; no KYC until post-MVP.
Pilot projects back out	Start with 1–2 dummy projects (e.g., mock solar farm).
User adoption low	Pre-launch waitlist + partner with eco-influencers for soft launch.

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Post-MVP Next Steps

1. Add advanced metrics (real carbon calculators).

2. Build mobile app (React Native).

3. Partner with auditors (e.g., Verra) for project vetting.