Starter stack

No-Code MVP Stack

A focused stack for building the smallest useful version of an app with AI, then testing it before pretending it is production-ready.

Scope

ChatGPT or Claude

Define the user, promise, workflow, data model, and first test case before building.

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Prototype

Lovable or Bolt

Create the first working app prototype around one core workflow.

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UI

v0

Improve the interface, landing page, and component structure.

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Code help

Cursor or Windsurf

Review and debug code as the prototype becomes more serious.

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Automation

Zapier or Make

Route forms, notifications, and handoffs after the core workflow works.

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How to use this stack

  1. 1. Write the one-sentence promise and one user workflow.
  2. 2. Prototype only the core flow, not a full platform.
  3. 3. Add data, auth, and forms carefully, then test failure states.
  4. 4. Deploy a preview and share with a small group for feedback.
  5. 5. Improve from real signals before adding more features.

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