A Developer's Perspective
Hey fellow devs! Ever noticed how writing a story is a lot like building software? We've been approaching it wrong - trying to write perfect code (err, prose) on the first try.
Here's the thing: just like we prototype before production, your first draft should be a brain dump. No refactoring, no optimization - just get that MVP (Minimum Viable Prose) out of your head.
Think about it:
- Your story is the View - what readers experience
- Story elements are your Data Models - characters, plot points, settings
- Structure is the View Model - connecting everything together
At FreeWriter, we're building Virgil - an AI companion that applies software development principles to storytelling. Stop trying to compile perfect chapters in your head. Write that messy first draft, then let our tools help you refactor.
Writer's block isn't a creativity bug - it's a paralysis by analysis issue. You wouldn't expect perfect code in your first commit, right?
Want to learn more about treating your story like a software project? Check out our full article "Be A Story Developer" to see how we're revolutionizing the writing process.
https://freewriter.beehiiv.com/p/defeat-writer-s-block
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