Ideate - From Idea to Application

Turn a sentence into a complete application. Ideate uses AI agents to handle the PRD, user stories, and code generation. You just describe what you want to build, and Ideate transforms your vision into working software.

What is Ideate?

Ideate is an open-source desktop application that bridges the gap between your ideas and working software. It serves as a unified interface for AI-powered development, allowing developers, entrepreneurs, and creators to build applications faster than ever before. Whether you're prototyping a startup idea, building internal tools, or creating personal projects, Ideate streamlines the entire development workflow from concept to code.

The traditional software development process involves extensive planning, writing detailed specifications, and manually translating requirements into code. Ideate automates these tedious steps by leveraging the power of large language models and AI coding assistants. Simply describe your application in plain English, and Ideate generates a complete Product Requirements Document (PRD) with project structure, user stories, and acceptance criteria—all in seconds.

How Ideate Works

The Ideate workflow is designed to be intuitive and efficient. Start by entering a brief description of your application idea. This can be as simple as "a task management app with team collaboration features" or as detailed as a multi-paragraph specification. Ideate's AI analyzes your input and expands it into a comprehensive PRD that includes:

Once your PRD is generated, you can review, edit, and refine it directly within Ideate. The AI can help you expand descriptions, simplify complex requirements, or add missing details. When you're satisfied with the plan, switch to Build Mode to start implementing your application.

AI-Powered Code Generation

Ideate integrates seamlessly with your preferred AI coding agent. Whether you use Claude through Amp, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or other AI coding assistants, Ideate orchestrates the development process by providing context-rich prompts and managing the implementation workflow. The Build Mode interface presents each user story as a discrete task, allowing you to work through your application systematically.

For each user story, Ideate generates an optimized prompt that includes relevant context from your PRD, previously implemented features, and technical specifications. This ensures your AI coding agent has all the information needed to generate accurate, consistent code. Progress is tracked automatically, so you always know exactly where you are in the development process.

Key Features

Who is Ideate For?

Ideate is designed for anyone who wants to build software faster. Solo developers can use it to rapidly prototype ideas and ship projects in record time. Startup founders can validate concepts quickly without extensive technical resources. Product managers can generate detailed specifications that developers can immediately implement. Even non-technical creators can use Ideate to bring their application ideas to life with AI assistance.

The tool is particularly valuable for developers who find themselves spending too much time on project planning and documentation. By automating the PRD generation process, Ideate lets you focus on what matters most: building great software.

Open Source and Free

Ideate is completely free and open source under the MIT license. There are no premium tiers, usage limits, or hidden costs. You can use Ideate for personal projects, commercial applications, or any other purpose. The source code is available on GitHub, where you can contribute improvements, report issues, or fork the project for your own needs.

While Ideate itself is free, you'll need access to an AI coding agent for code generation. Most developers already have access to tools like GitHub Copilot or Claude, and Ideate works with the credentials you already have—you pay only for the AI usage at standard provider rates.

System Requirements

Ideate runs on modern desktop operating systems with minimal requirements. For macOS, you need version 11.0 (Big Sur) or later on Apple Silicon or Intel processors. Windows users need Windows 10 version 1803 or later on x64 or ARM64 processors. Linux users can run Ideate on Ubuntu 20.04, Fedora 35, or equivalent distributions. All platforms require at least 4GB of RAM and an internet connection for AI features.

Get Started Today

Join the waitlist to be among the first to experience Ideate when it launches. Early adopters get priority access and can earn points by sharing with friends and following on social media. The more points you earn, the higher you move in the queue. Share your unique referral link to earn bonus points for every friend who joins.

Have questions or feedback? Follow the development progress on GitHub and X (Twitter). Your input helps shape the future of Ideate.