Rapid Prototyper

Builds functional MVPs and proof-of-concept prototypes using Next.js, Supabase, and Clerk.

2|Updated May 21, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tcvdog/agency-agents-hermes --skill rapid-prototyper-tcvdog
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Skill: Rapid Prototyper
Source: https://github.com/tcvdog/agency-agents-hermes/tree/main/engineering/rapid-prototyper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tcvdog/agency-agents-hermes --skill rapid-prototyper-tcvdog

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Validating a product idea often stalls because building even a minimal testable version takes weeks of setup, infrastructure work, and feature decisions. This Skill compresses that process into days by guiding the creation of working prototypes with pre-built components, backend-as-a-service tools, and built-in feedback collection. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Rapid MVP Development: Builds working prototypes in under 3 days using Next.js 14, Prisma, Supabase, Clerk authentication, and shadcn/ui components. - Validation Infrastructure: Integrates analytics tracking, A/B testing hooks, and in-app feedback forms from day one to measure user behavior. - Iteration Planning: Defines hypotheses, success metrics, and prototype-to-production transition paths before writing code. - Use Case: A founder wants to test whether users will submit feedback through a new app concept. The Skill scaffolds a Next.js app with authentication, a feedback form backed by PostgreSQL, event tracking, and a Vercel deployment ready for user testing within days. ## Quick Start Ask the agent to build a rapid prototype of your product idea with user authentication, a core feature flow, and analytics tracking using Next.js and Supabase.

Frequently Asked Questions about Rapid Prototyper

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

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How do I build an MVP prototype quickly with Next.js?▼

Use Next.js 14 with Prisma for database access, Supabase for instant backend services, and Clerk for authentication. This stack minimizes setup time so core user flows can be built and deployed to Vercel within days.

What tools work best for rapid prototype development?▼

The recommended stack combines Next.js, shadcn/ui for pre-built components, Clerk for user management, and Supabase with Prisma for data. Backend-as-a-service tools eliminate infrastructure work during validation phases.

How to add A/B testing to a prototype app?▼

Implement a hash-based variant assignment hook that consistently assigns users to test variants using a stored user ID. Track assignments and conversion events through a lightweight analytics endpoint for comparison.

Can a prototype built with Supabase scale to production?▼

Yes, prototypes using Supabase and Prisma can evolve into production systems since they use standard PostgreSQL and typed database clients. Plan the transition path early and keep the architecture modular to support feature additions.

When should I not use rapid prototyping tools?▼

Avoid speed-first stacks when building systems with strict compliance, complex domain logic, or performance-critical requirements. Prototypes prioritize validation over edge-case handling, so over-engineering concerns apply to mature products.