ito-research

Provide templates and workflow guidance for structured technology research.

Updated Mar 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/withakay/research --skill ito-research
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Skill: ito-research
Source: https://github.com/withakay/research/tree/main/.opencode/skills/ito-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/withakay/research --skill ito-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

The Ito Research Skill helps users conduct in-depth research on technologies, features, and design patterns, addressing challenges in technology evaluation, feature development, and problem-solving.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Technology Evaluation: Assess stack options, evaluate trade-offs, and consider long-term maintenance.
  • Feature Landscape Analysis: Map competitors' features, prioritize based on user value and effort.
  • Architecture Research: Document design considerations, trade-offs, and integration points.
  • Pitfalls Analysis: Identify common mistakes and anti-patterns to avoid.
  • Synthesize Findings: Combine research outputs into actionable recommendations.
  • Security and Scale Reviews: Analyze security vulnerabilities and scaling issues.

Quick Start

To initiate research, save your topic in the Ito directory: ito path ito-root research/{{topic}}

Frequently Asked Questions about ito-research

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

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How do I structure technology evaluation research for stack selection?

Technology evaluation research for stack selection is structured using provided templates that guide you through assessing stack options, evaluating trade-offs, and considering long-term maintenance. These templates ensure a systematic comparison of different technical solutions.

What is the best way to document architecture design trade-offs and integration points?

Architecture research is best documented using structured templates designed for capturing design considerations, trade-offs, and integration points. This approach ensures all critical architectural decisions are recorded systematically for future reference and team alignment.

How do I map competitors' features and prioritize them for development?

Feature landscape analysis allows you to map competitors' features and prioritize them based on user value and effort. The research workflow provides templates to guide this analysis, ensuring a structured approach to feature planning and competitive positioning.

Can I use this workflow for security and scale reviews during architecture research?

Yes, the research workflow includes specific templates for security and scale reviews to analyze security vulnerabilities and scaling issues. This ensures that architecture research comprehensively covers potential growth and threat scenarios alongside functional requirements.

How do I synthesize research findings into actionable recommendations?

To synthesize research findings into actionable recommendations, the workflow provides synthesis templates that combine outputs from technology evaluation, feature analysis, and architecture design. This process transforms raw research data into clear, decision-ready suggestions.