Agent skill · data analytics · pedronauck
startup-validator
Comprehensive startup idea validation and market analysis tool. Use when users need to evaluate a startup idea, assess market fit, analyze competition, validate problem-solution fit, or determine market positioning. Triggers include requests to "validate my startup idea", "analyze market opportunity", "check if there's demand for", "research competition for", "evaluate business idea", or "see if my idea is viable". Provides data-driven analysis using web search, market frameworks, competitive research, and positioning recommendations.
Why this skill is useful
Provides structured templates and frameworks for market analysis that the AI wouldn't reliably generate on its own.
What it needs
About 6k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-08-01. 564 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
Startup Validator A comprehensive tool for analyzing startup ideas through systematic market research, competitive analysis, problem validation, and positioning strategy. This skill helps evaluate whether a startup idea has genuine market potential and how to position it effectively. Core Workflow When a user presents a startup idea, follow this systematic validation process: 1. Idea Clarification & Scoping (2-3 minutes) Ensure complete understanding before research begins: Extract key information: Problem being solved Target customer/market Proposed solution Business model (if mentioned) Geographic focus (default: global/US) Ask clarifying questions only if critical information is missing: "Who specifically is your target customer?" "What problem are they currently facing?" "How are they solving this problem today?" Do not ask for information you can research independently (market size, competitors, trends). 2. Research Plan Development (1 minute) Based on the idea, create a research plan identifying: Market size queries needed Competitor research keywords Problem validation searches Trend analysis topics Pricing/business model research Use templates from references/researchtemplates.md for query formulation. 3. Comprehensive Market Research (10-15 tool calls minimum) Execute systematic research across all dimensions. Always use at least 10-15 web searches to ensure thorough analysis. A. Market Opportunity (3-5 searches) Search for: Market size and projections Growth rates and trends TAM/SAM calculations Industry reports and forecasts Query examples: "[industry] market size 2025" "global [product category] market forecast" "[industry] growth rate CAGR" B. Competitive Landscape (3-5 searches) Search for: Direct competitors Alternative solutions Market leaders Recent funding/acquisitions Query examples: "[solution type] companies" "[product category] alternatives" "best [product type] 2025" "[industry] startups funding" C. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
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