The future of MVP (Minimum Viable Product) development is being reshaped by AI—and our recent webinar proved just that. Titled “AI-Powered MVPs: The Reality of Building Smarter, Faster & Cheaper”, the session brought together two powerhouse speakers who shared real-world strategies, frameworks, and experiences around using AI to accelerate the MVP journey without compromising vision or value.
Who were the Speakers?
Imran Cheema, Co-founder of CubeWP & Cridio Studio, and creator of ListingPro (featured on BBC’s Dragons’ Den), now leads NEXTWP—a revolutionary platform designed to help startups build MVPs faster and more cost-effectively. Imran offered deep insights into how AI tools can transform the early product development phase and why MVPs are crucial for startup success.
Najib Ur Rahman, an AI and cybersecurity expert known for developing AI-driven systems for the Pakistan Cricket Board, shared his expert frameworks for integrating AI into product workflows while maintaining clarity of vision and strategy.
Key Questions & Expert Answers from the Webinar
Here are four standout questions asked during the webinar, along with insightful answers from our guest experts:
Q1: How much can we realistically rely on AI tools in building MVPs—where should we draw the line?
Answered by Najib Ur Rahman
“Think of AI as a powerful assistant or co-pilot—not the main pilot. You can realistically rely on AI for well-defined tasks like writing standard code blocks, finding bugs, suggesting fixes, automating tests, and analyzing early user patterns.
But the line should be drawn at the core vision and product strategy. AI can’t tell you what to build or why. Founders must own the unique idea, understand user needs deeply, and make final strategic decisions. In short: use AI to build faster, but keep the human touch for the heart and soul of your product.”
Q2: From a developer’s lens, how has AI impacted the product-building experience?
Answered by Najib Ur Rahman
“The impact has been huge and mostly positive. AI has fundamentally changed how we build products by significantly boosting speed and productivity. Tools like GitHub Copilot and Cursor act as coding partners, turning simple prompts into functional code.
Developers can now automate repetitive tasks, debug faster, and spend less time on routine coding—freeing up more time to focus on what truly matters: creativity, logic, and innovation.”
Q3: How has the MVP development process evolved with the rise of AI?
Answered by Imran Cheema
“AI has completely transformed the MVP landscape. From research to prototyping, AI accelerates every phase. With tools like ChatGPT, Grok, Gemini, Loveable, and Cursor, founders can gather insights, generate mockups, and build visual layouts in hours instead of weeks.
You can even use platforms like Vercel to connect databases and deploy fast. For e-commerce MVPs, cost-effective solutions like WordPress and Shopify are great starting points.
Before AI, R&D took months—now, it takes hours. AI has drastically shortened the MVP timeline without sacrificing quality.”
Q4: Why is getting the MVP right so critical in the startup journey?
Answered by Imran Cheema
“The MVP defines your startup’s journey. It’s not the full version of your product—it’s the first real test of your idea. Whether B2B or B2C, your MVP should reflect the core features and business model you’re envisioning.
The goal isn’t perfection but direction. Launch a minimum version, gather feedback, and evolve.
At NEXTWP, we’re launching a new platform to help startups build MVPs in hours or days, not months. Because when you start at Point Zero with research and then move to Point One with an MVP, you set the foundation for a confident, validated, and scalable startup journey.”
Key Takeaways
Here’s what you need to remember from this high-impact session:
- AI is a powerful co-pilot: It can accelerate coding, bug fixing, testing, and research—but product vision and strategy must stay human-led.
- Developers save time: AI tools like GitHub Copilot are revolutionizing how developers build, debug, and scale products.
- MVPs are built faster than ever: Research, mockups, and UI can be generated in hours, not weeks—thanks to tools like ChatGPT, Loveable, and Cursor.
- MVPs shape your startup’s success: A solid MVP validates your idea early, attracts feedback, and guides future growth—especially when developed lean and launched quickly.
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