z-combinator

Route startup founders through a 10-stage pipeline with gate evaluations.

1|Updated Mar 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ComputerConnection/z-combinator --skill z-combinator
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Skill: z-combinator
Source: https://github.com/ComputerConnection/z-combinator/tree/main/skills/z-combinator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ComputerConnection/z-combinator --skill z-combinator

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Z-Combinator provides a master orchestration layer for a ruthless startup bootcamp, routing founders through a 10-stage pipeline and enforcing stage gates to accelerate rigorous validation and execution.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Stage-based routing: routes to the correct skill based on current stage and gate outcomes.
  • Gate evaluation: runs quality gates to determine passes, retries, or kills at every stage.
  • Trigger-driven flow: starts from onboarding or continues from a saved pipeline state, adapting to new or returning founders.
  • Artifact-driven progression: uses and updates artifacts and pipeline state to keep teams aligned across the journey.

Quick Start

Trigger the bootcamp with "start the bootcamp" to initialize the pipeline and route you to Stage 1.

Frequently Asked Questions about z-combinator

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I orchestrate a multi-stage startup validation pipeline?

Orchestrate a startup validation pipeline by routing founders through a guided 10-stage process with stage-specific skills, enforcing gate evaluations and artifact-driven checks for disciplined execution.

Can I resume a startup bootcamp pipeline from a previously saved state?

Yes, returning founders can resume the startup bootcamp pipeline from a saved state. The orchestrator adapts to existing pipeline states and artifacts, continuing stage-based routing without restarting.

How do stage gate evaluations work in a founder bootcamp routing flow?

Stage gate evaluations run quality checks at every pipeline stage to determine passes, retries, or kills. This enforces structured progress by requiring artifact-driven validation before routing founders forward.

What's the best way to enforce disciplined execution across a 10-stage startup pipeline?

Enforce disciplined execution across a 10-stage startup pipeline by using continuous evaluation and status routing. Artifact-driven checks and gate outcomes ensure teams meet rigorous validation criteria at each stage.

Does this startup pipeline orchestrator work for both first-time and returning founders?

Yes, the startup pipeline orchestrator operates across both first-time and returning founders. It uses trigger-driven flow to initialize onboarding for new founders or continue from saved pipeline states for returning ones.

What happens if a founder fails a quality gate during the startup pipeline routing?

Failing a quality gate during startup pipeline routing triggers a retry or kill outcome. The gate evaluator enforces strict validation, preventing progression until artifact-driven checks are satisfied.