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FORGE Creation Checklist ​

Complete phase-by-phase guide for creating FORGE products.

Phase 1: Validate (1-2 days) ​

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[ ] Test against 6 observable properties
[ ] Confirm no ongoing service dependency
[ ] Verify documentation-only deployment possible
[ ] Check perpetual value (won't expire)

Phase 2: R&D (4-12 weeks) ​

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[ ] Domain research complete
[ ] Methodology validated
[ ] Edge cases explored
[ ] Prototype tested

Phase 3: Documentation (2-4 weeks) ​

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[ ] Quick start guide
[ ] Installation instructions
[ ] API reference
[ ] Troubleshooting guide
[ ] Examples included
[ ] Stranger-deploy test passed

Phase 4: Packaging (1 week) ​

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[ ] Version number assigned
[ ] LICENSE file included
[ ] README complete
[ ] CHANGELOG created
[ ] Delivery method configured

Phase 5: Pricing (1-2 days) ​

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[ ] DIY cost calculated
[ ] Time saved estimated
[ ] Market positioning determined
[ ] Price = 1-5% of DIY cost
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[ ] Perpetual use rights granted
[ ] Commercial use allowed
[ ] Transferability defined
[ ] No termination clause

Phase 7: Distribution (1-2 days) ​

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[ ] Payment integration set up
[ ] Download delivery automated
[ ] Permanent URLs configured

Phase 8: Launch (1 week) ​

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[ ] Product page live
[ ] Documentation site deployed
[ ] Payment working
[ ] Download tested
[ ] Announcement posted

Follow the checklist, FORGE the product. 🪶