> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.lostmindai.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# LostMind AI - SaaS Platform Development - Development

> development documentation for LostMind AI - SaaS Platform Development

# Development Guide

This guide covers development setup and workflow for the LostMind AI SaaS Platform.

## Prerequisites

* **Node.js**: Version 18+ with pnpm package manager
* **Database**: PostgreSQL (local or hosted)
* **Redis**: For caching and rate limiting
* **Google Cloud**: Account for AI services and deployment
* **Environment**: Unix-based system (macOS, Linux, WSL)

## Quick Start

```bash theme={null}
# Install dependencies
pnpm install

# Environment setup (copy and edit as needed)
# cp .env.example .env.local

# Push database schema
pnpm run db:push

# Start development servers
pnpm run dev
```

## Development Commands

```bash theme={null}
# Run specific app
pnpm run dev --filter=marketing
pnpm run dev --filter=ask

# Build all packages
pnpm run build

# Type checking
pnpm run type-check

# Run tests
pnpm run test

# Task management
pnpm run tasks:audit      # Analyze task files
pnpm run tasks:cleanup    # Remove completed tasks
pnpm run tasks:status     # Show statistics
```

## Development Tools

### Task Management System

* Automated task lifecycle management with status tracking
* Smart task auditing and cleanup automation
* Format validation for consistent task structure

### TypeScript Standards

* Inheritance-aware configuration
* Monorepo-specific patterns
* Automated validation for configuration issues

### File Organization

* Standardized directory structures
* Naming convention enforcement
* Automated cleanup for project integrity

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*Development environment includes comprehensive tooling for professional-grade SaaS development.*