research-compare-approach

Classify and critique a user's approach against external research landscapes.

1|Updated Feb 26, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/agilebydesign/agilebydesign-skills --skill research-compare-approach
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Skill: research-compare-approach
Source: https://github.com/agilebydesign/agilebydesign-skills/tree/main/agents/ai-research-assistant/skills/research-compare-approach
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/agilebydesign/agilebydesign-skills --skill research-compare-approach

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Provide a rigorous, bias-minimized comparison of a user's approach against external research landscapes to identify strengths, weaknesses, trade-offs, and genuine white space.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured classification of the user's approach relative to a chosen landscape.
  • Strengths and weaknesses analysis with evidence-based reasoning.
  • White-space discovery and actionable recommendations for next steps.
  • Generates formal approach comparison reports suitable for stakeholder reviews.

Quick Start

Run a structured comparison of the user's approach against external research landscapes and generate a formal assessment report.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-compare-approach

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I evaluate my approach against external research?

Evaluating your approach against external research involves classifying it relative to a chosen landscape to identify strengths, weaknesses, trade-offs, and whitespace, producing a formal assessment with actionable recommendations for stakeholders.

What is whitespace discovery in approach comparison?

Whitespace discovery identifies genuine gaps in the external research landscape that your approach uniquely addresses, highlighting differentiation opportunities by mapping your strengths against existing trade-offs.

How do I generate a formal report comparing competing approaches?

Generating a formal comparison report requires structuring your evaluation into classification, strengths, weaknesses, and trade-offs, producing an evidence-based assessment suitable for stakeholder reviews and next-step planning.

When do I need a structured trade-off analysis for my methodology?

You need a structured trade-off analysis when assessing the fit of your methodology against competing approaches, minimizing bias by applying evidence-based reasoning to evaluate relative strengths and weaknesses.

Can I use this for stakeholder reviews of my research approach?

Yes, this approach comparison generates formal assessment reports explicitly designed for stakeholder reviews, providing a rigorous, bias-minimized evaluation of your methodology's fit and trade-offs.