Foundation
The Critical First Prompt
Start with a comprehensive Foundation Prompt that uses Manus's full character limit to specify every critical detail. This prevents costly revisions and saves 1,000+ credits.
Key Points:
- Use maximum characters to eliminate ambiguity
- Specify business logic, technical requirements, and design preferences
- Include success metrics and constraints
- Ask clarifying questions before proceeding
Testing Milestone:
Review foundation prompt completeness before starting
Relevant Prompts:
Core Build
Feature-by-Feature Construction
Build your core features step-by-step with targeted prompts for each functionality. Manus Mate provides prompts for authentication, databases, APIs, and more.
Key Points:
- Build one feature at a time
- Use specific prompts for each component
- Verify each feature works before moving on
- Document any deviations from the foundation
Testing Milestone:
Test at 25% completion - verify core features work
Relevant Prompts:
Power-Ups
Integrations & Third-Party Services
Connect your project to external services, APIs, and databases. Manus Mate has prompts for Stripe, Google Maps, email services, and more.
Key Points:
- Integrate payment processing (Stripe)
- Connect to external APIs
- Set up email/SMS notifications
- Add file storage and CDN
Testing Milestone:
Test each integration individually before combining
Relevant Prompts:
Polish & UX
Design Refinement & Animations
Refine your design, add animations, and ensure responsive layouts. This stage transforms functional code into a delightful user experience.
Key Points:
- Refine color schemes and typography
- Add micro-interactions and animations
- Ensure mobile responsiveness
- Optimize loading states and error handling
Testing Milestone:
Test at 50% completion - verify UX flows on mobile and desktop
Relevant Prompts:
Testing
Quality Assurance & Bug Fixes
Systematically test your project at key milestones (25%, 50%, 75%, 95%). Catch bugs early to avoid expensive fixes later.
Key Points:
- Test at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 95% completion
- Test all user flows end-to-end
- Test on multiple devices and browsers
- Fix bugs immediately before moving forward
Testing Milestone:
Test at 75% completion - comprehensive QA before final push
Relevant Prompts:
Configuration
Settings, Domains & Deployment Prep
Configure your project for production: set up custom domains, add environment variables, configure secrets, and prepare for deployment.
Key Points:
- Set up custom domain
- Configure environment variables
- Add API keys and secrets
- Set up analytics and monitoring
Testing Milestone:
Test deployment in staging environment
Relevant Prompts:
Launch
Go Live & Post-Launch Monitoring
Final checks, launch your project, and monitor performance. Manus Mate is with you even after launch for ongoing optimization.
Key Points:
- Run final pre-launch checklist
- Deploy to production
- Monitor performance and errors
- Gather user feedback for improvements
Testing Milestone:
Test at 95% completion - final QA before launch