Resource directory

Free AI Tools for Startups

A starter list for builders who want to prototype, test, and launch without committing to a full paid stack too early. Entries should be verified from public free-tier pages.

AI coding assistant

Use for code generation, refactors, documentation, and test scaffolding.

Best for: solo developers

Prompt playground

Compare prompts and model outputs before hardcoding product behavior.

Best for: AI feature design

Knowledge base assistant

Prototype FAQ bots from docs, support tickets, and help center articles.

Best for: early customer support

AI landing page copy helper

Draft value props, FAQ answers, comparison copy, and launch messages.

Best for: launch prep

Vector database free tier

Test retrieval features before moving to a paid production plan.

Best for: RAG prototypes

Evaluation spreadsheet

Track prompts, expected answers, failures, and model changes over time.

Best for: lightweight evals