proactive-research

Check user memory, past chats, and web before asking clarifying questions.

Updated Apr 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/miznizzz/claudefun --skill proactive-research
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: proactive-research
Source: https://github.com/miznizzz/claudefun/tree/main/proactive-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/miznizzz/claudefun --skill proactive-research

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents unnecessary clarifying questions and incorrect assertions by making research the default step before asking the user or stating facts. It reduces friction, improves accuracy for current facts, and leverages existing context so users don't have to repeat information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Tiered research flow: Check user memory, then past conversations, then web search before asking a question.
  • Context-aware verification: Use for current facts like prices, availability, events, and any claim that could be verified.
  • Correction handling: When corrected, verify sources, confirm or correct the response, and surface uncertainty when needed.
  • Use Case: When a user asks for a recommendation that may depend on past preferences or current availability, proactively consult memory and web sources to give an accurate, up-to-date answer.

Quick Start

Use proactive-research to check memory, search past chats, and perform a quick web lookup before asking a clarifying question.

Frequently Asked Questions about proactive-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I stop my AI assistant from asking unnecessary clarifying questions about past preferences?

To stop unnecessary clarifying questions, use a tiered research flow that checks user memory, then past conversations, then web search before asking the user. This proactive lookup approach prevents repetitive questions by leveraging existing context before prompting for input.

How do I fact-check AI responses for current events and live data during a conversation?

Fact-checking current events during a conversation works by triggering a proactive lookup when facts may be current or verifiable. The system applies a self-validation protocol during response composition, searching web sources to verify claims about prices, availability, or events before stating them.

What is the best way to verify factual claims in chat history without asking the user?

The best way to verify factual claims without asking the user is a tiered decision flow that prefers checking user memory first, then searching past chats, then performing a web search. This protocol ensures accuracy by exhausting available context before interrupting the user.

Can I use conversation history and memory to fill information gaps automatically?

Yes, you can use conversation history and memory to fill information gaps automatically. A proactive research protocol accesses user memory and past chats to retrieve previously shared information, reducing friction and eliminating the need for users to repeat themselves.

Does proactive research work for recommendations that depend on up-to-date availability?

Proactive research works for availability-dependent recommendations by consulting memory for user preferences and performing a web lookup for current availability. This context-aware verification ensures recommendations are both personalized and accurate based on real-time data.

How do I handle corrections when a verified fact turns out to be wrong?

To handle corrections for wrong verified facts, the system verifies sources again, confirms or corrects the response, and surfaces uncertainty when needed. This correction handling protocol ensures that updated information is validated before being presented back to the user.