Is This A Good Startup Idea
The Startup Oracle evaluates your billion-dollar idea using a proprietary algorithm that considers user validation, Uber-for-X detection, and VC buzzword density. If is_it_uber_for is true, the response is immediate and devastating. The actual_tam field always returns $4 trillion because every startup deck claims the same TAM. The yc_rejection_reason provides the specific reason Y Combinator would pass, saving you the trouble of applying.
Try It — No Seriously
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
idea |
string |
Required | — | Your startup idea. Be specific. 'Like Uber but for dogs' has been done. |
have_you_talked_to_users |
boolean |
Optional | false |
Have you actually talked to potential users? Imaginary friends don't count. |
is_it_uber_for |
boolean |
Optional | false |
Is it 'Uber for X'? If true, returns immediate rejection. Some things are certain. |
vc_buzzword_count |
number |
Optional | 0 |
Number of buzzwords in your pitch: AI, blockchain, synergy, disrupt, etc. Be honest. |
Examples
curl "https://api.stupidapis.com/startup-oracle/evaluate?idea=AI-powered+toothbrush&vc_buzzword_count=3"
import requests
response = requests.get(
"https://api.stupidapis.com/startup-oracle/evaluate",
params={
"idea": "AI-powered toothbrush",
"vc_buzzword_count": 3
}
)
print(response.json())
const response = await fetch( "https://api.stupidapis.com/startup-oracle/evaluate?idea=AI-powered+toothbrush&vc_buzzword_count=3" ); const data = await response.json(); console.log(data);
Response Schema
| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
verdict |
string |
The verdict on your startup idea |
pivots_required |
number |
Estimated number of pivots before you find product-market fit |
runway_needed |
string |
How much runway you'll burn through |
comparable |
string |
What existing company this is uncomfortably similar to |
yc_rejection_reason |
string |
Why Y Combinator would pass on this |
actual_tam |
string |
Always $4 trillion. Every startup's TAM is $4 trillion. |
Example Response
{
"verdict": "Somehow this will get Series A funding",
"pivots_required": 7,
"runway_needed": "$2.3M (you will spend $2.1M on office snacks)",
"comparable": "Oral-B already exists and does not need AI",
"yc_rejection_reason": "We asked 'why now?' and you said 'vibes'",
"actual_tam": "$4 trillion"
}
