How do you analyze a major technology trend for product impact?

This tests whether you can decompose hype into actionable technical strategy. A strong answer proposes a phased evaluation: first, map the trend against real user pain points and your architecture; second, build a bounded prototype to validate feasibility and cost; third, model risk scenarios including lock-in and data privacy; and fourth, define clear kill criteria and timelines. Red flag: relying solely on analyst hype cycles or industry noise rather than first-principles validation against your product constraints.