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research-guidance

Guide structured technical research with codebase context validation.

3|2|Updated Apr 13, 2026
Search Tags:#codebase analysis#technical documentation#research methodology#structured research#Driver MCP
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/driver-ai/driver-sdlc-plugin --skill research-guidance
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: research-guidance
Source: https://github.com/driver-ai/driver-sdlc-plugin/tree/main/skills/research-guidance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/driver-ai/driver-sdlc-plugin --skill research-guidance

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires driver-mcp, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill assists in guiding technical research through structured questioning, documentation, and codebase analysis to facilitate planning and decision-making.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Questioning: Encourages users to articulate research objectives through targeted questioning.
  • Codebase Context: Integrates with Driver MCP to analyze codebases and produce comprehensive research artifacts.
  • Technical Analysis: Utilizes Driver's tools to validate remote context against local state and identify codebase standards.

Quick Start

To start a new research project, run the command /drvr:feature <project_name>.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-guidance

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I conduct structured technical research on a codebase?▼

Structured research on a codebase uses targeted questioning to articulate objectives and validates findings against local state. It integrates codebase analysis to produce comprehensive technical documentation artifacts for planning.

How does codebase analysis work with Driver MCP?▼

Driver MCP provides the gather_task_context tool to validate remote context against local state and identify codebase standards. This mechanism facilitates deep technical analysis and produces structured research artifacts.

What's the best way to document technical research findings for planning?▼

Document technical research findings by combining structured questioning with codebase context analysis. Validating remote findings against local state ensures the technical documentation accurately reflects standards for decision-making.

Do I need Driver MCP to analyze codebase context?▼

Yes, Driver MCP is required to analyze codebase context. The structured research process relies on the Driver MCP gather_task_context tool to validate remote context against local state and identify codebase standards.

Can I use structured questioning to validate remote context against local state?▼

Yes, structured questioning validates remote context against local state. This technique ensures technical analysis accurately reflects codebase standards during the research process.

When do I need structured research methodology for technical documentation?▼

You need structured research methodology for technical documentation when planning features or making architectural decisions. It helps articulate research objectives and validate findings against actual codebase context.

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