ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Minimum viable product

A minimum viable product (MVP) is something basic that is good enough for people to use, but it's not the final version. It's a starting point people can use to get an idea of what the product or service will eventually look like. Think of an MVP like a prototype. It's a chance for people to see and test the product out, so they can give feedback that can be used to improve it before it's completely finished.