research-gap-analyst

Identify missing experiments, undefined hyperparameters, and inadequate validation metrics in codebases.

Updated Nov 25, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/NikhilVijayakumar/Yantra --skill research-gap-analyst
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Skill: research-gap-analyst
Source: https://github.com/NikhilVijayakumar/Yantra/tree/main/.agent/skills/research-gap-analyst
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NikhilVijayakumar/Yantra --skill research-gap-analyst

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Evaluates a codebase to identify missing experiments, undefined hyperparameters, and inadequate validation metrics, enabling publication-ready reporting and reproducibility improvements.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gap discovery aligned with Scopus-indexing standards
  • Reference-guided remediation using resources/gap_checklist.md and examples/gap_analysis_example.md
  • Generates docs/paper/analysis/gap_report.md with detailed findings and actionable recommendations

Quick Start

Run the gap-analyst skill on the target repository to produce the gap report at docs/paper/analysis/gap_report.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-gap-analyst

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

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How do I check my codebase for missing experiments and reproducibility gaps?

To check a codebase for missing experiments and reproducibility gaps, you can evaluate the repository against a gap checklist to identify undefined hyperparameters and inadequate validation metrics, generating a Markdown gap report.

What is research gap analysis for Scopus-indexing readiness?

Research gap analysis for Scopus-indexing readiness is the process of evaluating a software repository to find missing experiments and undefined hyperparameters, ensuring stronger methodological reporting and publication-ready reproducibility.

How do I generate a gap report for my research project's experimental design?

You generate a gap report for experimental design by running an automated analysis on your target repository, which outputs a detailed Markdown file with findings and actionable recommendations for methodological remediation.

Can I use this methodology to improve validation metrics in my academic codebase?

Yes, you can use this methodology to improve validation metrics by discovering inadequacies in your academic codebase, applying reference-guided remediation to strengthen research rigor and reproducibility.

What are the limitations of using automated codebase review for research rigor?

The limitations of automated codebase review for research rigor include relying entirely on provided checklists and example analyses, meaning it only flags predefined missing experiments or undefined hyperparameters without qualitative academic judgment.

What is the best way to prepare a software repository for publication-ready reporting?

The best way to prepare a software repository for publication-ready reporting is to perform a structured gap analysis to identify missing validation metrics, outputting a detailed Markdown report to guide reproducibility improvements.