Your Shipyard: Creator Contest questions answered

Participants of the Shipyard LIVE event received detailed responses to common questions related to building a monetizable MVP for a contest. Developers are encouraged to build mobile apps for either iOS or Android using frameworks like React Native or Flutter, and while the use of the "Shipping Container" tools is optional, the integration of RevenueCat is mandatory for eligibility. Submissions need to demonstrate fully functional apps, and while they don't require publishing to public app stores, they should be accessible via TestFlight or Play Internal Testing. Developers can continue to refine their apps post-deadline, but must specify which version will be judged. Demo videos, recommended to be 2-3 minutes, are crucial for initial judging, with shortlisted apps undergoing full testing. While creators may express platform preferences, the focus remains on app quality, audience fit, and monetization potential, rather than user counts or specific platform choices.