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Ripstop on the Record · April 22 · 1 hr 39 min

How to Think Like a Product Developer | Kyle Rogers

Send us Fan Mail The line between professional gear and great DIY gear is hard to define. Instead of guessing, we brought in a pro. A product developer with Patagonia and Yeti experience breaks down what actually matters and what makers can learn from the big companies. In This Episode, We Cover: The real difference between product design and product development—and why it matters for makers / cottage companies How big companies turn rough ideas into finished products (and what you can steal from that process) Simple ways to define your project upfront so you don’t get stuck, overbuild, or lose direction How to handle feedback, check your ego, and iterate like a pro without burning out your creativity Listen in and start building with more clarity, confidence, and intention before you even sit down at the machine. Guest: Kyle Rogers - Project Waterloo, LinkedIn Shop the latest fabrics and materials here. Find Us on Social Media 🚀 @RipstopbytheRoll www.ripstopbytheroll.com

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Send us Fan Mail

The line between professional gear and great DIY gear is hard to define. Instead of guessing, we brought in a pro. A product developer with Patagonia and Yeti experience breaks down what actually matters and what makers can learn from the big companies. 

In This Episode, We Cover:

  •  The real difference between product design and product development—and why it matters for makers / cottage companies 
  •  How big companies turn rough ideas into finished products (and what you can steal from that process) 
  •  Simple ways to define your project upfront so you don’t get stuck, overbuild, or lose direction 
  •  How to handle feedback, check your ego, and iterate like a pro without burning out your creativity 

 Listen in and start building with more clarity, confidence, and intention before you even sit down at the machine.

Guest: Kyle Rogers - Project Waterloo, LinkedIn

Shop the latest fabrics and materials here. 

Find Us on Social Media 🚀
@RipstopbytheRoll
www.ripstopbytheroll.com

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