idea-testing

Design Test Cards and run validation experiments for business ideas.

1|Updated Mar 7, 2026

Search Tags:#mvp #hypothesis testing #lean startup #experimentation #pivot #business validation

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npx skills add https://github.com/peterbamuhigire/business-plan-skills --skill idea-testing

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Skill: idea-testing
Source: https://github.com/peterbamuhigire/business-plan-skills/tree/main/idea-testing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/peterbamuhigire/business-plan-skills --skill idea-testing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you rigorously test business ideas and assumptions using structured experiments, reducing the risk of building something nobody wants or can afford.

Core Features & Use Cases

Experiment Design: Create Test Cards to define hypotheses, experiments, metrics, and success criteria.
Experiment Execution: Guides you through selecting and running over 30 types of discovery and validation experiments.
Decision Making: Provides a framework for interpreting evidence and making informed Persevere/Pivot/Kill decisions.
Use Case: You have a new app idea. Use this Skill to design and run a landing page experiment to gauge interest and validate demand before writing any code.

Quick Start

Use the idea-testing skill to design a Test Card for a new business idea.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-testing

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

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How do I validate a business idea before building an MVP?▼

To validate a business idea before an MVP, you design structured experiments using Test Cards to define hypotheses, metrics, and success criteria, then run validation experiments like customer interviews or presales to gather evidence.

What is hypothesis testing and when should I use it for a new product?▼

Hypothesis testing for a new product involves running structured experiments to test business assumptions and reduce the risk of building something nobody wants. You should use it before committing development resources to any new idea.

How do I design a Test Card for lean startup experimentation?▼

Designing a Test Card for lean startup experimentation involves defining your hypothesis, selecting an experiment type, establishing metrics, and setting success criteria to rigorously evaluate business assumptions and guide your next steps.

What types of experiments can I run to test demand for an app idea?▼

You can run over 30 types of discovery and validation experiments to test demand, including customer interviews, online ads, landing pages, presales, and concierge MVPs to gather evidence before writing any code.

How do I decide whether to persevere, pivot, or kill my business idea?▼

To decide whether to persevere, pivot, or kill your business idea, you interpret the evidence gathered from your validation experiments against predefined success criteria to make an informed, risk-reducing decision.

Can I use structured experimentation for any startup idea validation?▼

Yes, structured experimentation can be used for any startup idea validation. It guides you through selecting and running appropriate discovery and validation experiments to test assumptions, regardless of your specific industry.