Prove the idea before you build it.

CODEWAVE FOUNDER VALIDATION BRIEF
Idea: Not defined yet
First customer: Not defined yet
Painful problem: Not defined yet
Why this approach: Not defined yet

4-WEEK VALIDATION SPRINT
Week 1 — Interview 5 target users. Record their current workaround and cost of the problem.
Week 2 — Offer a manual concierge solution before building software. Ask for a concrete commitment.
Week 3 — Build only the smallest repeated workflow. Measure completion, not compliments.
Week 4 — Review evidence. Continue only if users return, refer someone, or pay.

Decision gate: name one behavior that proves demand and one result that means stop or change direction.