venture-dd

Identify and prioritize five critical hypotheses for a venture idea.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/120ventures/claude-skills --skill venture-dd
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Skill: venture-dd
Source: https://github.com/120ventures/claude-skills/tree/main/venture-dd
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/120ventures/claude-skills --skill venture-dd

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Venture teams often lack a consistent, evidence-based method to evaluate new ideas, leading to biased decisions or missed risks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Phase-driven hypothesis identification and testing using web research, competitor analysis, and market sizing.
  • Generates a templated due diligence report (Top-down and bottom-up market assessments, risk scoring, and actionable next steps).
  • Supports structured interviews and data collection workflows to feed the final report.

Quick Start

Perform a concise, phase-driven due diligence in your project by following the 5 phases outlined in the guide and generating a ready-to-share DD report.

Frequently Asked Questions about venture-dd

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

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What is structured venture due diligence and when do I need it?

Venture due diligence is an evidence-based evaluation method to test new ideas and identify risks. You need structured due diligence when assessing market validation, sizing TAM/SOM, or prioritizing critical hypotheses to avoid biased investment decisions.

How do I conduct due diligence on a venture idea step by step?

To conduct due diligence, follow a five-phase process: identify critical hypotheses, perform web research, conduct competitor deep dives, calculate TAM/SAM/SOM, and generate a templated due diligence report with sources, risk scores, and actionable recommendations.

Can I use this to calculate TAM and SOM for market validation?

Yes, you can calculate TAM, SAM, and SOM for market validation. The process performs top-down and bottom-up market assessments to test critical venture hypotheses, producing data-driven market sizing outputs within the final due diligence report.

How do I identify and prioritize critical hypotheses for a venture investment?

To identify and prioritize critical hypotheses, use a structured phase-driven framework that evaluates venture ideas through web research and competitor analysis. This method isolates five critical assumptions to test during market validation and risk scoring.

What is the best way to structure competitor analysis for a due diligence report?

The best way to structure competitor analysis is through deep dives that feed directly into a templated due diligence report. This approach evaluates competitors against prioritized venture hypotheses, yielding a risk score and actionable next steps.

Does venture due diligence require structured interviews for data collection?

Yes, venture due diligence supports structured interviews and data collection workflows to feed the final report. These inputs provide evidence-based validation for top-down and bottom-up market assessments, ensuring accurate risk scoring.