AI coding assistant
A local AI coding client that can open the project, edit files and ideally inspect the browser. Paid access may be required by your chosen provider.
Beginner-ready. Honest about what ownership requires.
You do not need to be a professional developer. You do need to follow a guided setup, work with an AI coding assistant and manage a few accounts that belong to you.
Guided setup—not one-click SaaS · no professional coding experience requiredIf you can follow clear instructions and ask AI for help, you can start.The guide explains each recommended tool and includes checkpoints before you move forward.
Solum is likely right for you if…
- You want one system instead of several disconnected apps
- You are comfortable prompting an AI assistant
- You can follow a step-by-step technical guide
- You value ownership and flexibility over instant convenience
It may not be the right fit if…
- You want a managed account that works after one sign-in
- You do not want to connect or manage any services
- You expect every customization to happen automatically
- You would rather wait for a vendor to choose the roadmap
What you need before setup.
The beginner path uses familiar online services with clear roles. Availability and plan terms are controlled by those providers and can change.
Required capability
Code repository
The beginner path uses a free GitHub account to store your private copy, but a compatible alternative can fill the same role.
Hosting account
The beginner path uses Vercel. Another compatible host can run Solum if you prefer a different setup.
Database account
The beginner path uses Supabase to store your data. Another supported database setup can fill the same role.
You can begin without knowing how to code.
The setup is designed around guided actions and AI assistance. You should still expect to read instructions, copy values carefully, review what the AI changed and ask questions when something is unclear.
- Comfortable nowFollowing instructions
- Learn during setupConnecting services
- AI helps youChanging the code
- You stay responsibleReviewing the result
One Solum payment. Separate services remain separate.
Your one-time Solum OS purchase covers the application ZIP, source code, complete AI deployment prompt and video setup guide. Hosting, database and AI services are supplied by third parties and may have free or paid plans.
See the full pricing breakdown- Founding pre-order
- $395 copies
- Early pre-order
- $79next 10 copies
- Full launch price
- $149one time
- Hosting and database
- Provider pricingfree plans may be available
- AI access
- Your choicesubscription or API costs may apply
What does “you own it” mean in practice?
Your accounts, credentials, data, deployment and customized code remain under your control. The supplied prompt and video guide help you establish the system, but you are responsible for the services and changes you choose after that.
Pre-order Solum OS and lock in the current price.
The first 5 copies are $39, the next 10 are $79, and the full one-time price at launch is $149. Every pre-order receives the complete product at launch.
Pre-Order on GumroadNo Solum subscription. Third-party services may have their own costs.