github-deep-research

Research GitHub repositories via API, web search, and web fetching into markdown reports.

Updated Mar 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ishi253/byteDanceApplication --skill github-deep-research-ishi253
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Skill: github-deep-research
Source: https://github.com/ishi253/byteDanceApplication/tree/main/deer-flow/skills/public/github-deep-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ishi253/byteDanceApplication --skill github-deep-research-ishi253

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires requests, and includes scripts (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates comprehensive research on GitHub repositories, providing in-depth analysis that would otherwise require significant manual effort and time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Repository Analysis: Gathers information on repo structure, languages, contributors, commits, issues, and releases.
  • Multi-round Research: Employs a phased approach using GitHub API, web search, and web fetching for thorough investigation.
  • Structured Reporting: Generates detailed markdown reports including executive summaries, timelines, metrics, and diagrams.
  • Use Case: Analyze a competitor's open-source project to understand its development history, community engagement, and technical architecture.

Quick Start

Use the github-deep-research skill to conduct a deep research on the repository owner 'owner' and repo 'repo'.

Frequently Asked Questions about github-deep-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate GitHub repository analysis for technical due diligence?

To automate GitHub repository analysis, you can trigger this Skill with a repository URL or project name. It conducts multi-round research using the GitHub API and web search to generate a structured markdown report covering metrics, timelines, and architecture.

What is included in a deep dive GitHub repo research report?

A deep dive GitHub repo research report includes an executive summary, chronological timeline, metrics analysis, and Mermaid diagrams. It gathers data on repo structure, languages, contributors, commits, issues, and releases.

Can I analyze open source projects by name or do I need a GitHub URL?

You can analyze open source projects by providing either the repository URL or the open source project name. The Skill triggers on both inputs to conduct multi-round research and fetch comprehensive repository details.

Does this GitHub code research tool require the requests library?

Yes, this GitHub code research tool requires the requests library as a dependency. You need to ensure the requests package is installed in your environment to fetch data from the GitHub API and web sources.

What's the best way to research a competitor's open-source development history?

The best way to research a competitor's open-source development history is using an automated multi-round research approach. This Skill integrates the GitHub API and web fetching to analyze community engagement, commits, and releases.

How does multi-round research on GitHub repositories actually work?

Multi-round research on GitHub repositories works by integrating the GitHub API, web search, and web fetching tools in phases. This thorough investigation approach ensures comprehensive data gathering across multiple sources before generating the final report.