saas-mvp-launcher

# SaaS MVP Launcher ## Overview This skill guides you through building a production-ready SaaS MVP in the shortest time possible. It covers everything from idea validation and tech stack selection to authentication, payments, database design, deployment, and launch — using modern, battle-tested tools. ## When to Use This Skill - Use when starting a new SaaS product from scratch - Use when you need to choose a tech stack for a web application - Use when setting up authentication, billing, or database for a SaaS - Use when you want a structured launch checklist before going live - Use when designing the architecture of a multi-tenant application - Use when doing a technical review of an existing early-stage SaaS ## Step-by-Step Guide ### 1. Validate Before You Build Before writing any code, validate the idea: ``` Validation checklist: - [ ] Can you describe the problem in one sentence? - [ ] Who is the exact customer? (not "everyone") - [ ] What do they pay for today to solve this? - [ ] Have you talked to 5+ potential customers? - [ ] Will they pay $X/month for your solution? ``` **Rule:** If you can't get 3 people to pre-pay or sign a letter of intent, don't build yet. ### 2. Choose Your Tech Stack Recommended modern SaaS stack (2026): | Layer | Choice | Why | |-------|--------|-----| | Frontend | Next.js 15 + TypeScript | Full-stack, great DX, Vercel deploy | | Styling | Tailwind CSS + shadcn/ui | Fast, accessible, customizable | | Backend | Next.js API Routes or...