Since we are on the topic of prototyping, here is how I do it.

I begin with some double sided PCB stock. I tin one side and then use a sheer to cut it into small squares (pads) and strips (busses). This gives me a stock of pads and busses that I can solder onto a piece of single sided PCB. If I need a pad I just tin the spot where I want it, hold the pad in place and re-flow the solder under it. See photos.

I have used this method for RF designs but cleaned out the old prototype box a while ago.

Mark

I use to do more or less as you.

Prior bonding the pads, I draw kind of mimic diagram somewhat to scale.

Then, I bond all the pads, or most of them, with super glue.

Just two words of caution: do not weld before the glue is really dry (when you realize you are inhalating the fumes, it is TOO late).

Allow for some extra room for an eventual emergency pad or two.

This is my first attempt from two years ago.

Lately, most of my "pads" are small pieces of discarded Veroboard. Size to match the number of components going to that specific pad. It works for me.

 

Everyone
This is a very "rich" thread and I think it should be continued. Everyone, experienced or novice, benefits from seeing how other people do things like this.

Please, lets see more of how YOU prototype a circuit.

Mark