Cognitive Scaffold

Preparing your thinking workspace

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MENTAL MODEL · M0543

Build-Measure-Learn

Build-Measure-Learn
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

Core feedback loop proposed by Eric Ries. Build a minimum viable product, Measure user data, Learn whether to persevere or pivot.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Reduce cognitive load

Speed definition: The efficiency of a startup is not measured by how fast code is written, but by how fast this loop is completed (one cognitive iteration). Any development not aimed at learning is waste.

anchor

Anchor fast decisions

Based on "cognitive iteration speed". Build-Measure-Learn minimal closed loop, use MVP to quickly validate hypotheses, measure efficiency by learning rather than output, and allow pivoting.

MINIMUM ACTION

In progress 0/1

Practice this model in one real situation:

Check to track your progress (stored locally)
Learning progress0%
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Source support: Explicit

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