Quick Start Guide

Get up and running with VentureLab in 5 minutes!

🚀 Step 1: Launch VentureLab

Double-click the VentureLab icon to start the application.

🤖 Step 2: Choose Your AI Provider

Option A: Ollama (Recommended for Beginners)

Free • Private • No Credit Card Required

1. Install Ollama (if not already installed)
   • Visit ollama.ai
   • Download and install for your OS
2. Start Ollama

   ollama serve
   

3. Download a Model

   ollama pull llama3.1
   

4. Configure in VentureLab
   • Click “🤖 AI Providers”
   • Ensure Ollama is selected
   • Click “Test Connection”
   • You’re ready!

Option B: Use a Cloud Provider

For Better Performance • Requires API Key

1. Click “🤖 AI Providers”
2. Select your preferred provider
3. Enter your API key
4. Click “Test & Save”
5. Done!

Need an API key? See AI Provider Setup

🛠️ Step 3: Try Your First Tool

Generate a Business Idea

1. Click “Idea Forge” (🔥 icon)
2. Enter keywords: e.g., “sustainable”, “technology”
3. Set creativity level: Start with 5
4. Click “Generate Ideas”
5. Review your AI-generated business ideas!

Quick Tool Overview

• 🔥 Idea Forge: Generate business ideas
• 🌍 Global Compass: Market analysis
• 🎤 Pitch Perfect: Improve your pitch
• 📋 PRD Generator: Create product requirements

📊 Step 4: Monitor Your Usage

1. Click “📊 Usage” to see statistics
2. Track API calls and token usage
3. Monitor costs (if using paid providers)

🧠 Step 5: Customize Prompts (Optional)

1. Click “🧠 Prompts”
2. Select any tool
3. Modify the prompt template
4. Save your customization

✅ You’re Ready!

What’s Next?

• Explore all tools: Each has unique capabilities
• Read tool guides: Learn advanced features
• Set up more providers: Compare results
• Join the community: Share your experience

Quick Tips

1. Start with Ollama - It’s free and private
2. Be specific - Better inputs = better outputs
3. Iterate - Refine your prompts for better results
4. Save good outputs - Build your own library

Common First Tasks

• Generate 10 business ideas in your field
• Analyze a market you’re interested in
• Practice your elevator pitch
• Create a simple PRD for an app idea

🆘 Need Help?

• Settings not saving? Check Troubleshooting
• Which provider to use? See Provider Comparison
• Worried about costs? Read Cost Management

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Pro Tip: Start with the free Ollama option to learn the tools, then upgrade to cloud providers when you need better performance or specific features.

Welcome to VentureLab! 🎉