blog-topic-research

Validate blog topic uniqueness and identify distinctive angles via internal and web searches.

Updated Nov 14, 2022
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fgrehm/fabiorehm.com --skill blog-topic-research
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: blog-topic-research
Source: https://github.com/fgrehm/fabiorehm.com/tree/main/.claude/skills/blog-topic-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fgrehm/fabiorehm.com --skill blog-topic-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents you from writing generic, unoriginal blog content by ensuring your chosen topic has a unique angle and hasn't been covered extensively or in the same way by others. It saves you valuable time by validating ideas before you invest in writing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Internal Content Check: Scans your existing blog posts and drafts to avoid duplication and build on previous work.
  • External Landscape Analysis: Uses WebSearch to identify common narratives, well-covered angles, and gaps in the broader content landscape.
  • Unique Angle Discovery: Guides you to articulate your personal experience, specific problems encountered, or novel solutions that add genuine value.
  • Use Case: Before starting a new post, ask the AI to "research blog topic 'Kubernetes security best practices'" to see what's already out there and identify a unique perspective you can offer.

Quick Start

Use the blog-topic-research skill to validate my idea for a post about 'serverless architecture patterns'.

Frequently Asked Questions about blog-topic-research

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate a blog topic before writing to ensure it's unique?

Validating blog topics involves checking existing internal content and scanning the external landscape for similar coverage, then identifying gaps where your unique perspective adds value. This Skill scans your blog posts and drafts, searches the web for common angles, and surfaces distinctive approaches you can take that haven't been extensively covered or explored in the same way.

What's the best way to find a unique angle for a blog post?

Finding a unique angle requires understanding what's already written on your topic and articulating your specific experience, problem, or solution that differs from existing content. This Skill combines internal content analysis with external landscape research to guide you toward gaps and distinctive perspectives you can contribute.

Can I use this before starting to write a blog post?

Yes, this Skill is designed to validate ideas before you invest time writing. Use it when you have a topic in mind but want to check whether it's worth pursuing, avoid duplicating existing posts, and identify what unique angle you can offer to readers.

How does this Skill prevent writing generic content?

It prevents generic content by systematically comparing your topic against existing blog posts, drafts, and broader web coverage to identify what's already been said and where gaps exist. By surfacing these gaps early, you can commit only to angles that offer genuine, original value.

What output does topic research provide to guide my writing?

Topic research outputs a prioritized list of unique angles you can pursue and a go/no-go viability recommendation. This helps you decide whether to proceed with your topic and which specific angle will stand out from existing content.