deep-research

Structure multi-source web research with Graph-of-Thoughts and generate markdown reports.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ThepExcel/agent-skills --skill deep-research-thepexcel
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Skill: deep-research
Source: https://github.com/ThepExcel/agent-skills/tree/main/deep-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ThepExcel/agent-skills --skill deep-research-thepexcel

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Web research on fast-changing topics is time-consuming and error-prone; this Skill provides a structured, Graph-of-Thoughts-based approach to plan, execute, and validate multi-source investigations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Phase-based research pipeline: Quick/Standard/Deep/Exhaustive tiers with built-in landscape scans, triangulation, claim verification, Red Team, self-critique, and gap analysis.
  • Multi-source verification: Triangulates evidence across sources, labels C1/C2/C3 claims with confidence.
  • Creative Mode: Cross-industry insights for innovative problem-solving.
  • Outputs: Generates a markdown research report, including executive summary, findings, limitations, and actionable recommendations.

Quick Start

Trigger a deep-dive on a current topic by prompting the agent to execute Phase 1 SCOPE and Phase 2 PLAN, then proceed with Phase 3 RETRIEVE using the deep-research skill. Example: Run a landscape scan for [topic], then perform a deep-dive with 5 sources and a 2-phase plan, and produce a research report.

Frequently Asked Questions about deep-research

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

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How do I conduct multi-source web research on fast-changing topics?

Multi-source web research uses a Graph-of-Thoughts pipeline to plan, execute, and validate investigations. It performs landscape scans, triangulates evidence across sources, and labels claims with confidence levels to generate a structured markdown report.

What is triangulation in claim verification for research?

Triangulation in claim verification cross-references evidence across multiple independent sources to validate findings. It labels claims with C1, C2, or C3 confidence levels, ensuring that conclusions drawn from fast-changing topics are robust and reliable.

How do I run a Red Team critique during an automated investigation?

To run a Red Team critique during an investigation, trigger the research pipeline to execute its self-critique phase. This built-in step challenges the gathered evidence, performs gap analysis, and tests hypotheses against alternative viewpoints to identify vulnerabilities.

Can I use cross-industry insights for innovative problem-solving in research?

Yes, you can generate cross-industry insights by activating Creative Mode within the research pipeline. This mode applies hypothesis-testing and a Graph-of-Thoughts structure to draw parallels from unrelated fields, yielding innovative solutions for complex problems.

What are the best ways to structure complex investigations using a tiered pipeline?

The best way to structure complex investigations is using a tiered pipeline with Quick, Standard, Deep, and Exhaustive modes. This approach systematically moves through scoping, planning, retrieving, and validating data to produce comprehensive research reports.

Does multi-source research work without external dependencies or APIs?

Yes, structured multi-source research operates without external dependencies by relying on standard browsing tools. It intrinsically manages the landscape scan, evidence retrieval, and gap analysis processes to output a complete markdown research report.