Nous — BRD (Business Requirements Document)
Doc Status: Excellent | ✓ Clear summary | ✓ Easy to read | ✓ Matches code | ✓ Good structure |
✓ Professional look | ✓ Visual components | ✓ No red herrings
Why This Matters
The BRD is the foundation for every decision made in Nous. Product managers use it to prioritize features. Designers reference it for design principles. Engineers read it to understand why a feature exists before building it. When teams debate direction, this document settles the conversation — not by being prescriptive, but by explaining the reasoning behind what we’ve built.Core Product Principles
Self-Discovery First
Daily photo prompts, reflections, and quizzes build genuine self-awareness before matching
begins.
AI as Wingman
AI enhances authenticity rather than replacing human connection. Every AI feature is
user-initiated and transparent.
3-Way Chat
Reduced awkwardness and pressure. No catfishing. No ghosting. No endless small talk.
Quality Over Quantity
We deliberately slow down matching. Trust scores ensure readiness. Discovery comes after
self-discovery.
North Star Metric
North Star Metric
Meaningful Relationship Rate — the percentage of matches that result in Official relationships within 90 days.We don’t count swipes, likes, or messages. We count connections that last.