How to Build a SaaS MVP That Scales (Without Over-Engineering)

The Paradox of the MVP

Every founder faces the same dilemma: you need to launch fast to validate your idea, but if you cut too many corners, you build "technical debt" that will kill your growth later. The secret isn't to over-engineer, but to pick the right foundation.

1. Choose a Stack That Grows

We recommend Next.js for almost every B2B SaaS. Why? Because it handles static marketing pages and dynamic app dashboards in a single framework. You don't need a separate backend (using Server Actions) until you hit messy complexity.

2. Database Schema Matters Most

Moving buttons is easy. Moving data is hard. Spend 80% of your architecting time on your database schema. Ensure you have a clear tenant_id strategy for multi-tenancy from day one, even if you only have one customer.

3. Don't Build Auth or Billing

Never build your own authentication or billing system in 2024. Tools like Clerk (for Auth) and Stripe/LemonSqueezy (for Billing) saved us 100+ hours per project. They are secure, compliant, and scale infinitely.

Conclusion

An MVP shouldn't be "bad code". It should be "focused code". Build less, but build it right.