rsmdt/the-startup

What it solves

The Agentic Startup transforms Claude Code into a virtual startup team, solving the problem of fragmented or unplanned AI-assisted coding. It replaces haphazard prompt-based development with a structured, spec-driven development workflow that ensures technical clarity and reduces rework before a single line of code is written.

How it works

It operates as a set of plugins for Claude Code, implementing a multi-agent framework based on the Agent Skills open standard. The core workflow follows a strict pipeline: Specification (creating PRDs and technical solutions), Validation (checking for consistency and completeness), and Implementation (executing the plan).

Complexity is handled through three decomposition tiers:

• Direct: For simple fixes and refactors.
• Incremental: For single features using a linear phase-by-phase plan.
• Factory: For complex, multi-component work using parallel unit dispatch with information barriers.

Who it’s for

Developers using Claude Code who want to move from simple chat-based coding to a professional engineering process involving architectural planning, quality gates, and multi-agent coordination.

Highlights

• Spec-Driven Development: Forces the creation of requirements and solution documents before coding.
• Multi-Agent Coordination: Uses specialized roles (Architect, QA, Platform Engineer) to execute and review code in parallel.
• Project Governance: The /constitution command allows users to establish project-wide guardrails that are auto-enforced during the build process.
• Context Management: Implements a "resume pattern" allowing users to reset context and continue specifications or implementations using spec IDs.
• Customizable Personas: Offers different output styles, such as "The Startup" for high-energy execution or "The ScaleUp" for educational, measured depth.