I'm the run of the mill wantrepreneur with a vision and a first draft business plan. (Hypothetically speaking) I get the funds raised to get the prototype built. What context should I present to you (the programmer) for what I want built? Eg. Powerpoint? Sketches on napkins?
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#2You could try using Baslamiq Mockups http://www.balsamiq.com/
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#3I prefer: http://wireframesketcher.com/
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#4I prefer: http://wireframesketcher.com/
Also some people mock stuff with Adobe Air
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#5Learn HTML and CSS and use that. If you expect to work with somebody technical, build something technical, and be a technology entrepreneur, get technical.
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#6Optimal: Meeting in Person. Blank paper. Pencil. Beer or coffee.
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#7Optimal: Meeting in Person. Blank paper. Pencil. Beer or coffee.
I'm a developer, this is perfect. Failing that, Skype + Wireframes
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#8Optimal: Meeting in Person. Blank paper. Pencil. Beer or coffee.
I agree, I prefer sketches. Everyone can do them, it's a low barrier to entry, and it saves learning another bit of software just to get your point across. Meeting in person would also allow you to get a gut reaction on who you're hiring.