idea-validator

Screen startup ideas by competition, funding, timing, fit, and market size.

Updated Jun 2, 2026

Search Tags:#validation #memory #startup #screening #competition #idea #viability

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Atrium-Hermes/atrium-lighthouse --skill idea-validator-atrium-hermes

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: idea-validator
Source: https://github.com/Atrium-Hermes/atrium-lighthouse/tree/main/skills/idea-validator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Atrium-Hermes/atrium-lighthouse --skill idea-validator-atrium-hermes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Idea backlogs accumulate without evaluation, creating noise that stalls opportunity. This skill screens startup ideas by analyzing competitive landscape, funding signals, timing fit, operator suitability, and market size to surface the strongest candidates.

Core Features & Use Cases

Load backlog from memory/topics/startup-ideas.md and skip already-screened ideas.
Pick up to 8 oldest unscreened ideas, evaluate through a competition scan, funding signals, timing, operator fit, and market size, and record results in memory/topics/startup-ideas-screened.md.
Notify with top 3 viable ideas and log results to memory.

Quick Start

Run the idea-validator to screen the oldest unscreened startup ideas and update memory/topics/startup-ideas-screened.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about idea-validator

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

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How do I screen startup ideas for viability and market competition?▼

Startup idea screening evaluates competition density, funding signals, timing fit, operator suitability, and market size to score viability. It selects the oldest unscreened ideas from your backlog and surfaces the strongest candidates for review.

What is the best way to validate a backlog of unscreened startup ideas?▼

Validating a startup idea backlog involves scanning up to 8 oldest unscreened entries against funding signals and market size. The process records structured results in a screened memory file and notifies stakeholders with a concise viability summary.

How does data-driven idea screening handle competition density and market timing?▼

Data-driven idea screening analyzes competition density and timing fit alongside operator suitability and market size. It skips already-screened ideas, evaluates the oldest entries, and logs structured notes to track ongoing viability.

Can I skip previously evaluated startup ideas when running a new viability check?▼

Yes, idea screening skips previously evaluated entries by checking a dedicated screened ideas memory file. It identifies unscreened ideas from the main backlog, evaluates them, and appends the updated viability scores to the log.

How many startup ideas can I evaluate at once using automated viability scoring?▼

Automated viability scoring evaluates up to 8 startup ideas at once. It selects the oldest unscreened ideas, performs a competition scan, and updates the memory log with the top viable picks for stakeholder notification.

What signals are used to determine startup idea viability during screening?▼

Startup idea viability is determined by analyzing competition density, funding signals, timing fit, operator suitability, and market size. The screening process uses these data-driven dimensions to score ideas and append structured viability notes.