StartupKit
An 11-phase deterministic business ideation toolkit powered by Claude Code.
Transform startup ideas into validated venture pitches using a deterministic 11-phase pipeline.
StartupKit is an installable ideation pipeline that guides you through a strict 11-phase business development process inside Claude Code. It suits founders and investors who want rigorous, structured reasoning from raw concept to pitch deck without relying on open-ended prompts.
What it is
The tool decomposes business ideation into a sequence of phases covering niche selection, competitor analysis, positioning, and offer creation. It uses a thin Node CLI to install skills and templates into your local environment, storing all session progress as machine-readable YAML frontmatter inside your workspace markdown files.
Who it's for
It suits technical founders, venture builders, and product strategists who use Claude Code for heavy lifting. It does not suit non-technical users who want a graphical web application or require automated API integrations.
Key features
Deterministic 11-Phase Pipeline
Sequences your ideation from divergence to export through discrete, contract-enforced steps.
Domain Expert Boards
Convenes primary and secondary expert boards per phase to surface agreement and disagreement.
Manifest-Tracked Installer
Uses SHA-256 content hashes in a local Node CLI to classify file transitions and local edits.
YAML Frontmatter State
Maintains machine-readable session progress directly inside markdown files instead of prose logs.
CI Contract Enforcement
Validates your asset layout and installation integrity automatically via GitHub Actions workflows.
Up and running in 3 steps
Our honest verdict
What's great
- Replaces open-ended brainstorming with a strict, phase-sequenced methodology.
- Stores session state in structured YAML frontmatter for programmatic tracking.
- Tracks local file edits and flags update conflicts via content hashing.
- Operates entirely locally with no background agents, API keys, or telemetry.
Where it falls short
- Requires manual execution of CLI commands and Claude Code interactions for every phase.
- Demands familiarity with the command line and Node.js environments to install and maintain.
- Relies entirely on your local filesystem layout for state management.
Pricing & license
StartupKit is free to use under its MIT license. The only operational cost is your existing access to Claude Code.
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FAQ
Does StartupKit require paid API keys?
No, it operates entirely within your local Claude Code session.
How is session progress tracked?
Progress is recorded as YAML frontmatter inside your session markdown file.
Can I customize the installed skills?
Yes, but locally edited files will register as conflicts during updates unless forced.
