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ideation

Generate project ideas from a library of creative constraints for code, art, and hardware.

Updated Jun 5, 2026
Search Tags:#brainstorming#ideation#inspiration#project ideas#side projects#creative constraints
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npx skills add https://github.com/xu1713/openhorse --skill ideation-xu1713
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Skill: ideation
Source: https://github.com/xu1713/openhorse/tree/main/openhorse/openhorse/skills/creative/creative-ideation
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xu1713/openhorse --skill ideation-xu1713

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What problem does it solve? It resolves the common situation of having tools and skills but no direction, turning vague urges like "I want to build something" into three concrete, scoped project ideas. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Constraint Library: Provides curated creative constraints for developers, makers, artists, and anyone, plus an extended reference file with 30+ additional prompts. - Mood-Based Matching: Maps user statements like "I want something weird" or "I'm burned out" to the most fitting constraints. - Structured Output: Delivers three ideas per constraint with pitch, rationale, time estimate, and suggested tech stack, then helps build the chosen one. - Use Case: A developer says "give me a weekend project idea" and receives three scoped CLI tool concepts with stacks like Python/click or Rust, ready to start building immediately. ## Quick Start Ask for a project idea by saying something like "I'm bored, give me a weird weekend project idea" and pick one of the three generated concepts to start building.

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FAQPage Schema
How do I get project ideas when I don't know what to build?▼

State a vague intent like "I want to build something" and a creative constraint is selected, either randomly or matched to your mood. You receive three concrete project ideas with time estimates and suggested tech stacks to choose from.

What kinds of projects can creative constraints generate?▼

Constraints cover code, art, hardware, writing, and tools. Examples include CLI tools that should exist, generative math art, intentionally hostile UIs, and projects built entirely by gluing existing APIs together.

Can I get project ideas matched to my mood or goal?▼

Yes, a matching table maps statements like "I want something weird", "I'm burned out", or "weekend project" to specific constraints such as Hostile UI, High concept low effort, or Nothing new except glue.

Does this work for non-coding creative projects?▼

Yes, the constraint library includes sections for makers, artists, and anyone, covering generative art, physical builds, writing, and conceptual projects. Every prompt is interpreted as broadly as possible across domains.

What happens after I pick a project idea?▼

After you select one of the three generated ideas, the workflow moves directly into building: creating the project, writing the code, and iterating until it ships.

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