autoresearch

Automate iterative problem solving via constraint-driven experimentation with a mechanical Verify metric.

1|Updated Mar 20, 2026
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Skill: autoresearch
Source: https://github.com/bsolidgold/mood/tree/main/.claude/skills/autoresearch
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bsolidgold/mood --skill autoresearch-bsolidgold

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Autonomous Goal-directed Iteration. Apply Karpathy's autoresearch principles to ANY task. Loops autonomously — modify, verify, keep/discard, repeat. Supports bounded iteration via Iterations: N inline config.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Autonomous loop: Run the complete autoresearch cycle with minimal human input
  • Interactive setup gates: Enforce required context before starting any iteration
  • Multi-command orchestration: /autoresearch, /autoresearch:plan, /autoresearch:security, /autoresearch:ship, and more
  • Git memory: Uses git history to inform next experiments and preserve learning
  • Domain adaptation: Domains like software, security, scenario generation, and learn/predict workflows
  • Config-driven: Iterations, scopes, guards, and verification commands to tailor the loop
  • Deterministic verification: Mechanical metrics extracted via configurable Verify commands

Quick Start

Run /autoresearch with a Goal and optional Iterations to start the autonomous autoresearch loop.

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Frequently Asked Questions about autoresearch

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How do I automate iterative problem solving for code and infrastructure tasks?

Autoresearch automates iterative problem solving by running a constraint-driven experimentation loop using a mechanical Verify command. You define a Scope, a Direction, and an Iterations budget to operate the modify, verify, keep or discard cycle.

What is autonomous goal-directed iteration and how does it work?

Autonomous goal-directed iteration is a looping process that modifies, verifies, and keeps or discards changes automatically. It uses git memory to inform future experiments and preserve learning across bounded iteration cycles.

Can I use a mechanical verification metric to guide automated experimentation?

Yes, deterministic verification is required to guide automated experimentation. You must configure a mechanical Verify command that extracts a specific metric to evaluate each iteration's success or failure.

How do I set up bounded iteration budgets for automated workflows?

Set bounded iteration budgets using the Iterations N inline configuration. This parameter defines the maximum number of autonomous modify, verify, and keep or discard cycles the loop will execute before stopping.

Does automated workflow iteration work for security and data tasks?

Automated workflow iteration works for software, data, infrastructure, security, and content tasks. The loop adapts to different domains by adjusting your defined goals, scopes, and guards.

What are the limitations of using autonomous iteration for software engineering?

Autonomous iteration requires a defined Scope, a Direction, an Iterations budget, and a mechanical Verify command to operate. It cannot function without deterministic verification metrics to evaluate each experiment.