interview-me

Convert a research idea into a structured specification with hypotheses and empirical strategy.

203|27|Updated Apr 19, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/franklee16/academic-research-skills --skill interview-me-franklee16
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Skill: interview-me
Source: https://github.com/franklee16/academic-research-skills/tree/main/output-tools/interview-me
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/franklee16/academic-research-skills --skill interview-me-franklee16

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps you move from a vague research idea to a structured, testable specification with clear hypotheses and an empirical identification approach.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured interview flow: Guides you through the big picture, theory, data/setting, identification, expected results, and contribution.
  • Hypotheses and empirical strategy framing: Pushes you to articulate what would be expected, what could identify causal effects, and what would convince a skeptic.
  • Research Specification output: Produces a Research Specification Document with sections for question, motivation, hypothesis, empirical strategy, data, expected results, contribution, and open questions.

Quick Start

Use the interview-me skill to convert your topic into a complete research specification by answering the interview questions starting from your brief topic in $ARGUMENTS.

Frequently Asked Questions about interview-me

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

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How do I turn a research idea into a testable empirical strategy?

To turn a research idea into a testable empirical strategy, use a guided interview process that probes your theory motivation, data, identification threats, and expected results, ultimately compiling your answers into a structured Research Specification Document.

What is a research specification document in academic economics and finance?

A research specification document in academic economics and finance is a structured output detailing your research question, hypothesis, empirical strategy, data, expected results, and contribution, serving as a comprehensive testable plan from your initial topic.

How do I generate clear hypotheses and frame causal identification for my study?

You generate clear hypotheses and frame causal identification by answering multi-phase, one-question-at-a-time interview prompts that push you to articulate expected results and articulate what would convince a skeptic regarding your causal effects.

Can I use this guided research planning interview for social science topics?

Yes, you can use this guided research planning interview for social science topics, as the structured specification process explicitly applies to academic research planning across economics, finance, and social sciences to clarify literature gaps.

What is the best way to structure research planning for a literature gap analysis?

The best way to structure research planning for a literature gap analysis is through a multi-phase guided interview that sequentially covers your big picture, theory, data setting, and contribution, compiling responses into a saved specification template.