Gauging (dis) Like through Experimentation

Episode notes

Michael Ionita, CEO of LFG Solutions and YouTuber focused on algorithmic trading and crypto, shares his approach to testing ideas before writing a single line of production code. Good product teams don't wait for full builds to learn. Michael recommends four ways to validate early: 1. Painted door tests: present the feature, then prompt engagement without building it 2. Click-through prototypes: observe how users interact with a concept using tools like Maze 3. Canary testing: quietly roll out features to a small user group to monitor behavior 4. A/B testing: use platforms like Google Optimize or Convert to compare impact at scale These methods help avoid wasted cycles and expose problems before they become expensive.