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office-hours

Evaluate startup product viability through a structured six-question framework.

Updated Jun 5, 2026
Search Tags:#design#brainstorming#evaluation#strategy#startup#product-management
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/smarmen86/claude-code-kit --skill office-hours-smarmen86
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: office-hours
Source: https://github.com/smarmen86/claude-code-kit/tree/main/skills/office-hours
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/smarmen86/claude-code-kit --skill office-hours-smarmen86

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the ambiguity of early-stage product development by providing a structured framework for evaluating startup ideas, design decisions, and project viability.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Startup Reality Check: Uses six forcing questions to test demand, status quo, and product-market fit.
  • Design Thinking: Facilitates brainstorming for side projects, hackathons, and open-source initiatives.
  • Use Case: When you have a new product idea but aren't sure if it's worth building, this skill guides you through a rigorous evaluation process before you write a single line of code.

Quick Start

Invoke the office-hours skill to brainstorm your new project idea and evaluate its market potential.

Frequently Asked Questions about office-hours

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I evaluate startup product viability before writing any code?▼

To evaluate startup product viability, you can apply a structured six-question forcing framework that tests demand, status quo, and product-market fit for early-stage project ideas before development begins.

What is the best way to brainstorm and validate a hackathon project idea?▼

The best way to brainstorm a hackathon project is to use design thinking methodologies that rigorously test your initial concept against market realities, ensuring the project has genuine demand before execution.

Can I use this to evaluate design decisions for an open-source development strategy?▼

Yes, you can evaluate design decisions for open-source development strategy by applying the structured forcing questions to validate project direction, feature viability, and overall community demand.

How does the six-question framework work for testing product-market fit?▼

The six-question framework works by forcing early-stage founders to critically examine their product assumptions, testing the status quo and target demand to determine if the design decision is worth building.

Do I need to provide project documentation to get context-aware feedback for my startup?▼

Yes, providing local session history and project design documentation is required, enabling the evaluation process to deliver context-aware feedback tailored to your specific startup strategy and brainstorming needs.

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