research

Coordinate structured research methodology for investigating technologies, libraries, and codebases.

2|Updated Feb 6, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/BigPapiCB/Universal-Claude-Skills --skill research-bigpapicb
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Skill: research
Source: https://github.com/BigPapiCB/Universal-Claude-Skills/tree/main/research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BigPapiCB/Universal-Claude-Skills --skill research-bigpapicb

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Structured research workflows that ensure scoping, multi-source collection, triangulation, and credible reporting to minimize hallucinations when evaluating technologies, libraries, or codebases.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Phased methodology: Scope, Collect, Validate, Synthesize, Deliver with guardrails.
  • Source credibility scoring: Evaluate sources by trust level and recency.
  • Anti-hallucination guards: Triangulation and validation for reliable conclusions.
  • Use Case: When investigating a new framework, compare options, and produce a report with evidence.

Quick Start

Analyze a new library by defining scope, collect at least three sources, validate claims with cross sources, and synthesize a deliverable.

Frequently Asked Questions about research

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

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How do I structure research to avoid hallucinations when evaluating new technologies?

Structured research prevents hallucinations by enforcing scope definition, multi-source collection, and triangulation. You validate claims across at least three independent sources, score source credibility by trust level and recency, and synthesize findings into a reliable report.

What is the best way to compare libraries and produce a research report with evidence?

Comparing libraries requires a phased methodology: Scope, Collect, Validate, Synthesize, and Deliver. You define evaluation criteria, gather data from multiple sources, cross-validate claims through triangulation, and synthesize the results into a deliverable report backed by evidence.

How does source credibility scoring work for technical research?

Source credibility scoring evaluates research data by assigning trust levels and analyzing recency. This mechanism filters out outdated or unreliable information, ensuring that your technology evaluation and final synthesis rely only on validated, high-trust sources.

Can I use this structured methodology to investigate unfamiliar codebases?

Yes, the structured methodology applies directly to exploring unfamiliar codebases. You define the investigation scope, collect information from multiple references, validate findings through triangulation, and synthesize the codebase architecture into a comprehensive report.

What steps are involved in the scoping phase of technology research?

Scoping defines the boundaries and objectives of your technology research before data collection begins. It establishes what frameworks, libraries, or codebases to investigate, sets evaluation criteria, and creates guardrails to keep the research focused and aligned with deliverables.

Why does research methodology require triangulation for reliable conclusions?

Triangulation requires validating claims across multiple independent sources to achieve reliable conclusions. By cross-referencing data during the validation phase, it acts as an anti-hallucination guard, preventing unverified information from skewing your technology evaluation.