idea-scout

Identify five niche business ideas and generate REPORTS.md, idea files, and competitors.csv.

Updated Jul 10, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/junkisai/dotfiles --skill idea-scout
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: idea-scout
Source: https://github.com/junkisai/dotfiles/tree/main/.claude/skills/idea-scout
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/junkisai/dotfiles --skill idea-scout

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Solo developers often struggle to find viable, niche business ideas that can be built and monetized quickly. Idea Scout provides a structured approach to discover underserved markets by analyzing real-world pain points and trends from Reddit, Indie Hackers, Product Hunt, and GitHub Trending, filtering for opportunity and viability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Trend collection & analysis: Aggregates signals from multiple sources to surface gaps.
  • Idea selection & validation: Applies filters to identify tenable B2C/SaaS ideas suitable for solo development.
  • Deep-dive reporting: Produces concise detail files and a competitive landscape to inform MVP decisions.
  • Use Case: A solo founder uses it to surface five niche SaaS ideas and prepare a lean MVP plan.

Quick Start

Generate five niche business ideas from recent tech trends and produce REPORTS.md, five idea detail files, and a competitors.csv according to the guideline.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-scout

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find viable niche SaaS ideas for solo developers?

To find viable niche SaaS ideas for solo developers, this approach analyzes real-world pain points and trends from Reddit, Indie Hackers, Product Hunt, and GitHub Trending. It filters for opportunity and viability, producing five ideas with market signals, pricing, MVP scope, and a validation plan.

What is the best way to validate a niche B2C or SaaS idea before building an MVP?

Validating a niche SaaS idea involves analyzing tech trends and user pain points to ensure market viability. You generate a competitive landscape file and structured reports capturing market signals, pricing, and a validation plan to guide MVP decisions.

How do I generate a competitive landscape analysis for indie hacker product ideas?

Generating a competitive landscape analysis for indie hacker product ideas involves aggregating market signals from Product Hunt and GitHub Trending. The process outputs a competitors.csv file alongside detailed idea reports to inform MVP scope and pricing.

Can I use trend collection from GitHub and Reddit to scope a solo founder MVP?

Yes, you can use trend collection from GitHub and Reddit to scope a solo founder MVP. Aggregating signals from these platforms identifies underserved markets and generates an MVP scope and validation plan for tenable B2C and SaaS ideas.

What limitations exist when automating idea generation for solo founders?

A limitation when automating idea generation for solo founders is that it filters specifically for tenable B2C and SaaS ideas suitable for solo development. It may not surface ideas requiring large team execution or concepts outside current Reddit, Indie Hackers, Product Hunt, and GitHub trends.