the-startup
The Agentic Startup - A collection of Claude Code commands, skills, and agents.
No outside reports on file
the-startup is distributed via GitHub (rsmdt/the-startup); review its source code, dependencies, and requested permissions before use.
Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 21, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee.
What it can access
- Local filesNo local folder access notedLOW
- Command executionRuns shell or system commandsREVIEW
- Network reachConnects to outside service APINOTED
- CredentialsNo API token requiredLOW
- Package sourceGitHub (rsmdt/the-startup)PUBLIC
Inferred from this listing’s public package details and description. Check the project’s source before installing.
Install
No npm or PyPI package is listed. Install from source: github.com/rsmdt/the-startup ↗
About The Startup
The Startup is an MCP server focused on Developer tools: The Agentic Startup - A collection of Claude Code commands, skills, and agents.
It is hosted on GitHub at rsmdt/the-startup (575 GitHub stars). Based on its public metadata, it operates with standard local or API scope without broad shell execution flags noted.
Setup
Check these steps against the project’s own instructions before running anything.
No standalone npm or PyPI package is listed for this MCP server. Clone and inspect the source repository directly:
git clone https://github.com/rsmdt/the-startup.git
Review the README and source files in https://github.com/rsmdt/the-startup (opens external site) before running any setup commands.
Why this grade
Signal-based grade (3/7 points): well starred on GitHub, public source code. This reflects adoption and transparency, not a code review.
Popularity and upkeep
- GitHub stars
- 575
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-10-28
These are public popularity signals, not a maintenance check. Look at the repository’s commit history and open issues.
Security reports
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29).
Risks to watch for
- Dependency & version pinning: Distributed via GitHub (rsmdt/the-startup). Pin an exact release version or commit SHA rather than floating tags so upstream updates are reviewed first.
How to lower the risk
Least-privilege permissions
- Give it access only to the specific folders, accounts or projects it needs, never your whole drive or admin account.
- Use a separate, limited API key or login just for this tool so you can switch it off without affecting anything else.
Network isolation
- Run it on a work computer or sandbox account, not one holding personal or company-sensitive data.
- If your IT team can, limit which websites and services it is allowed to contact.
Monitoring
- Check its activity history or logs weekly at first, and look at what it changed or sent.
- Turn on alerts for new logins or unusual usage on any account it connects to.
Red flags to watch for
- It asks for more access than its job requires, or prompts you to paste passwords.
- It suddenly updates with new owners, or starts contacting unfamiliar websites.
Questions
How do I install The Startup?
The Startup does not publish a standalone npm or PyPI package. Clone or follow the setup instructions in its source repository at github.com/rsmdt/the-startup.
Are there security reports about The Startup?
No reports found for this package in our research (last checked 2026-10-29). The Startup currently holds Grade C (Moderate risk signals) based on public adoption and transparency signals. Key risk areas to watch include dependency & version pinning:.
Is The Startup actively maintained?
The Startup has 575 GitHub stars. Our directory data was last refreshed on 2026-10-28. Check recent commit activity, release tags, and open issues at github.com/rsmdt/the-startup before pinning it in production.
What are alternatives to The Startup?
Compare The Startup side by side with similar MCP servers in the Related tools section on this page, or browse all MCP servers on AgentArmorHQ.
README badge and team notes
Maintain or use The Startup? Show its live grade in your GitHub README, docs site, or run a check from the terminal before you install.
GitHub README Markdown:
[](https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/rsmdt-the-startup)HTML embed:
<a href="https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/rsmdt-the-startup"><img src="https://agentarmorhq.com/api/badge/rsmdt-the-startup" alt="AgentArmorHQ Risk Grade for The Startup" height="20" /></a>Terminal check:
curl -fsSL https://agentarmorhq.com/api/cli | node --input-type=module - check "rsmdt-the-startup"Share with your security lead
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### AgentArmorHQ Security Review Memo: the-startup
- **Listing URL:** https://agentarmorhq.com/skills/rsmdt-the-startup
- **Type:** App connector
- **Risk Grade:** Grade C (Moderate risk signals)
- **Outside Security Advisories on File:** 0
- **Public Adoption:** 575 GitHub stars
#### Permission & Blast-Radius Signals
- **Local files:** No local folder access noted
- **Command execution:** Runs shell or system commands
- **Network reach:** Connects to outside service API
- **Credentials:** No API token required
- **Package source:** GitHub (rsmdt/the-startup)
#### Recommended Hardened Setup
- **Source Repo:** https://github.com/rsmdt/the-startup
- **Controls:** Pin an exact version in `.mcp.json`, scope access to a single workspace folder, and use a least-privilege read-only token where supported.
_Based on public adoption and transparency signals as of Oct 21, 2026. Our opinion, not a code audit or security guarantee._Key facts
- Type
- App connector
- Publisher
- rsmdt
- Source code
- github.com/rsmdt/the-startup
- Est. context load
- ~500 tokens / turn (~3 tool schemas, 0.25% of 200k context)
- Popularity
- 575 GitHub stars
- Last updated
- 2026-10-28
- Last graded
- 2026-10-22
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