How can I validate my startup idea?

What should I do to properly validate my startup idea? How will I validate my startup? What do I need to know to properly validate my startup? What's the first step in validating my idea?

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Idea validation is a critical step in ensuring your startup idea is viable and worth pursuing. It allows you to avoid building the wrong product, wasting valuable time and resources, and heading down an unproductive path by providing clarity, data, and confidence to make informed decisions.

The Idea Validation Bootcamp at Startups.com is a step-by-step course designed to help entrepreneurs assess and strengthen their startup ideas before moving into development or fundraising. It walks founders through a structured validation process to ensure their concept is both viable and aligned with real market demand.