deep-research

Conduct multi-source research and produce a fact-checked, cited report.

88|15|Updated May 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/open-octo/octo-agent --skill deep-research-open-octo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: deep-research
Source: https://github.com/open-octo/octo-agent/tree/main/internal/skills/defaults/deep-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/open-octo/octo-agent --skill deep-research-open-octo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents shallow, poorly sourced answers by turning broad or complex questions into structured, multi-source research with traceable evidence and explicit uncertainty.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Breadth-First Investigation: Decomposes a topic into independent sub-questions and explores multiple angles in parallel.
  • Primary-Source Verification: Reads authoritative sources directly, tracks claims to evidence, and distinguishes verified findings from unsupported statements.
  • Adversarial Review: Attempts to disprove important claims, surfaces disagreements, identifies gaps, and synthesizes the results into a cited report.
  • Use Case: Ask for a thorough market, policy, technology, or background investigation when a quick lookup is insufficient and the final answer must withstand scrutiny.

Quick Start

Ask the deep-research skill to investigate a clearly scoped topic and produce a cited report with verified sources, confidence levels, and unresolved gaps.

Frequently Asked Questions about deep-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I conduct multi-source research with primary-source verification and cited reports?

Multi-source research with primary-source verification decomposes topics into sub-questions, reads authoritative sources in parallel, tracks claims to evidence, and synthesizes a cited report. This approach distinguishes verified findings from unsupported statements.

What is adversarial verification in fact checking and source synthesis?

Adversarial verification in fact checking attempts to disprove important claims, surfaces disagreements, and identifies gaps. Source synthesis applies this by tracking claims to primary evidence before producing a final cited report.

When do I need deep web research instead of a quick lookup for market analysis or policy investigation?

Deep web research is needed when a quick lookup is insufficient and answers must withstand scrutiny. Market analysis, policy investigation, and technology evaluation require primary-source review, scope clarification, and browser-based access for login-gated sites.

Can I use parallel sub-agents to investigate complex questions and evaluate technology?

Parallel sub-agents investigate complex questions by exploring multiple angles simultaneously during breadth-first investigation. This allows technology evaluation and background research to process independent sub-questions concurrently for comprehensive coverage.

Does deep research work with JavaScript-rendered and login-gated sites for fact checking?

Fact checking works with JavaScript-rendered and login-gated sites through browser-based access. This allows primary-source verification to read authoritative sources directly, tracking claims to evidence across complex web environments.