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startup-design

Coordinate an eight-phase startup design process producing markdown planning artifacts.

1|Updated Feb 12, 2026
Search Tags:#design#validation#go-to-market#startup#business-model#lean-canvas
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npx skills add https://github.com/sambitmohanty1/payment-watchdog --skill startup-design
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Skill: startup-design
Source: https://github.com/sambitmohanty1/payment-watchdog/tree/main/.windsurf/skills/startup-design
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sambitmohanty1/payment-watchdog --skill startup-design

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Design, validate, and plan a startup from scratch, producing a complete, organized set of markdown documents and progress tracking to survive session interruptions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured, multi-phase workflow (INTAKE → VALIDATION) delivering a full suite of planning artifacts
  • Built-in resume and progress-tracking to handle session interruptions
  • Guidance through strategy, branding, product, financials, and validation to de-risk ventures

Quick Start

Describe your startup idea and target market to begin Phase 1 intake questions.

Frequently Asked Questions about startup-design

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate a startup idea and build a go-to-market plan?▼

To validate a startup idea, you need a structured design process. This skill coordinates an eight-phase workflow from intake to validation, producing Lean Canvas, Value Proposition, and Go-to-Market playbooks.

What is a Lean Canvas and how does it help with business model validation?▼

A Lean Canvas is a one-page business model template. This skill generates it during the strategy phase to help founders de-risk ventures by mapping out problems, solutions, and key metrics systematically.

Can I use markdown artifacts to plan an MVP and financial projections?▼

Yes, you can use markdown artifacts to plan an MVP. The workflow guides founders through product and financial phases, outputting structured markdown documents for MVP definitions and financial projections.

How do I resume a startup business plan if my session is interrupted?▼

To resume a startup business plan after an interruption, the skill features built-in progress tracking. This allows you to pick up exactly where you left off across the eight planning phases.

Do I need external tooling to create a startup validation playbook?▼

No external tooling is required to create a validation playbook. The process relies entirely on standard markdown artifacts to generate and organize your strategy, brand, product, and validation deliverables.

What's the best way to turn a raw idea into a structured startup plan?▼

The best way to turn a raw idea into a structured startup plan is following a phased workflow. Starting with intake questions, it progresses through brainstorming and market research to produce validated deliverables.

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