prereq-probe

Scan academic papers to extract non-universal prerequisites and generate a knowledge_map dependency file.

7|1|Updated Apr 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gyy0592/claude-config --skill prereq-probe
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Skill: prereq-probe
Source: https://github.com/gyy0592/claude-config/tree/main/skills/prereq-probe
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gyy0592/claude-config --skill prereq-probe

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The skill helps readers identify gaps in universal knowledge before diving into a paper by scanning for non-universal prerequisite concepts, building a dependency tree, and generating a knowledge_map that controls depth of explanation in downstream skills.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Concept extraction: identifies non-universal prerequisites the paper assumes.
  • Dependency mapping: builds a hierarchical prerequisite tree to show what must be known first.
  • Guided probing: determines what the user knows and records a knowledge_map to tailor explanations.

Quick Start

Run the knowledge probe to map non-universal prerequisites and generate knowledge_map.

Frequently Asked Questions about prereq-probe

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

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How do I identify prerequisite concepts in an academic paper before reading?

To identify prerequisite concepts in an academic paper, ingest the paper content to scan for non-universal specialized foundations. The tool extracts these concepts and builds a hierarchical dependency tree to map what must be known first.

What is a knowledge map for instructional design and paper reading?

A knowledge map for paper reading is a generated file that encodes concept levels and prerequisite dependencies. It probes for non-universal specialized foundations, recording what the user knows to tailor and control the depth of downstream explanations.

How do I build a dependency tree for specialized concepts in education research?

Build a dependency tree by ingesting academic paper content to extract non-universal concepts. The system maps these prerequisites hierarchically, showing exactly what specialized knowledge must be understood before tackling the paper.

Can I use concept probing for papers with only universal CS and ML knowledge?

Concept probing is designed for papers with specialized foundations beyond universal CS and ML knowledge. Papers assuming only universal knowledge do not require this prerequisite mapping, as the tool targets non-universal gaps.

How does a knowledge map control depth of explanation for downstream tasks?

A knowledge map controls explanation depth by recording what the user already knows during a guided probing phase. It encodes concept levels and dependencies, enabling downstream skills to tailor explanations specifically to your knowledge gaps.

What are the limitations of automated prerequisite mapping for academic papers?

Automated prerequisite mapping is limited to non-universal specialized concepts identified within the ingested text. It relies on the paper content provided and does not account for entirely unmentioned foundational knowledge or universal CS and ML concepts.