Ralph for Beginners

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Ralph automates code generation by breaking projects into bite-sized requirements with acceptance criteria, allowing step-by-step construction without human intervention.
To use Ralph, install a code generation CLI (like Claude or Cursor), obtain a skills file for the LLM, set up a Git repo, and write a detailed Product Requirements Document (PRD) in Markdown.
The PRD is converted to JSON, which the Ralph loop processes, generating and testing code iteratively, with costs potentially reaching low hundreds of USD due to high API usage.
Despite initial setup challenges and costs, Ralph effectively builds projects, shifting the skill focus toward detailed upfront specification and product management.

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