⚙️ Quick Start Guide

Getting Started with AppDuck

AppDuck transforms startup ideas into complete business packages. Here's how to go from concept to production-ready startup in one session.

Prerequisites

What You Need:

• Web3 wallet (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, or WalletConnect compatible)

• Clear startup idea or problem you want to solve

• 30-45 minutes for complete session

• Modern web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)

What You Don't Need:

• Technical knowledge or coding experience

• Design or business expertise

• Multiple tools or subscriptions

• Team members (though you can invite them later)

Step-by-Step Process

1. Connect Your Wallet

• Visit app.appduck.com

• Click "Connect Wallet"

• Sign the session initialization message

• Your session is now cryptographically secured and private

2. Submit Your Idea

Example Input Formats:

Simple Problem Statement: "Small restaurants struggle to manage online orders from multiple delivery apps"

Solution-Focused: "AI assistant that helps lawyers draft contracts faster by learning from their previous work"

Market Opportunity: "Remote teams need better ways to hand off work between time zones without losing context"

3. Clara - Validation Phase

Clara will analyze your idea and provide:

• Market reality check

• Competitive landscape assessment

• Viability scoring

• Strategic recommendations

Possible Outcomes:

• ✅ Proceed: Idea validated, moving to next agent

• ⚠️ Proceed with Modifications: Suggestions for improvement

• ❌ Stop: Fundamental issues identified, iteration needed

4. Vince - Naming Phase

If Clara validates your idea, Vince creates:

• 3-5 name options with rationale

• Domain availability check

• Brand direction guidance

• Social media handle availability

You Choose:

• Select your preferred name

• Request alternatives if needed

• Approve brand direction

5. Mira - Business Model Phase

Mira builds on your validated idea and chosen name:

• Revenue model design (subscription, marketplace, freemium, etc.)

• Unit economics and pricing strategy

• Scaling mechanics and growth levers

• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies

Output Preview:

• Business model canvas

• Financial projections (3-year)

• Pricing strategy recommendations

• Market expansion roadmap

6. Dex - Product Definition Phase

Dex cuts through feature bloat to define your MVP:

• Core feature prioritization

• Technical scope definition

• Development timeline estimation

• Success metrics identification

Dex Delivers:

• Feature specification document

• User story prioritization

• Technical architecture outline

• MVP launch criteria

7. Lana - Interface Design Phase

Lana creates functional UI mockups:

• Mobile-first interface design

• User flow optimization

• Brand-consistent visual design

• Responsive layout planning

Design Package:

• Key screen mockups (5-8 screens)

• Design system components

• Brand identity application

• Interaction specifications

8. Toru - Export & Finalization

Toru packages everything for immediate use:

• File organization and cleanup

• GitHub repository generation

• Documentation compilation

• Quality assurance check

Final Deliverables:

• Complete startup package download

• GitHub repository with deployment scripts

• Pitch deck and business documents

• Brand assets and design files

Session Management Tips

Save Your Progress:

• Sessions auto-save every 30 seconds

• Pause and resume at any time

• Access from any device with your wallet

• 30-day session retention

Iterate and Improve:

• Fork sessions to try variations

• Go back to any agent for revisions

• Export multiple versions for testing

• Share previews with team members

Best Practices:

• Be specific in your initial idea submission

• Review each agent's output before proceeding

• Use the feedback options to refine outputs

• Download your package immediately after completion