The abandoned prototype

Short journal · Original editorial · A place for unfinished work

A prototype still looks active after its experiment has ended.

Unfinished work needs a reason to remain visible. A next action, a waiting condition, or a deliberate pause gives it a place. Keeping everything active can hide the few pieces that are ready to move.

Record what it tested and whether it is now reference material.

You can stop after one small attempt. The purpose is to make a particular choice clearer, not to create a new obligation.