Quickstart

3 steps~5 min

Create repo, run /setup, start building. That's it.

The fastest way to start a Catalyst project. For developers ready to build.

Before you begin

Node.js 20+pnpmGitVS Code + Copilot

Need help installing prerequisites? See the full Setup guide.

1

Create your repo from template

Go to Catalyst on GitHub → click Use this template → create and clone your repo.

Or with GitHub CLI:

gh repo create my-project --template WEARERIVER/catalyst-ai-dev-kit --private --clone

Don't have access? Contact RIVER Group

2

Run /setup

Open your project in VS Code, start an AI chat, and run:

/setup

AI will install dependencies, create your env file, start the dev server, and ask a few questions to configure your project.

Success: localhost:3000 is running

3

Start building

Start every AI chat with:

/code

This loads your project context. Then describe what you want to build:

Update the landing page with a hero, features, and CTA for my project

Other commands to know

All commands →
/design

Customise colors and visual identity

/plan

Create briefs and plan features

/help

See all available commands

Something not working? Try deleting node_modules and running pnpm install again. For more help, see the full Setup guide.

What's next?

Project dashboard

Track state, briefs, and progress

Make it yours

Customise colours and fonts

Learn the approach

Why proof-led delivery works

Full Setup guide

Detailed steps and troubleshooting