research

Queries primary sources and synthesizes findings into Markdown documentation.

45|2|Updated Apr 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hachej/boring-ui --skill research-hachej
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research
Source: https://github.com/hachej/boring-ui/tree/main/.agents/skill-library/mattpocock/research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hachej/boring-ui --skill research-hachej

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the time-consuming process of manually gathering and verifying technical information, allowing you to delegate reading and synthesis to a background agent.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Primary Source Verification: Ensures findings are based on official documentation, source code, and technical specifications rather than secondary summaries.
  • Automated Documentation: Automatically compiles research findings into a structured Markdown file within your repository.
  • Use Case: When starting a new integration, use this skill to research the latest API authentication requirements and best practices directly from the provider's official documentation.

Quick Start

Use the research skill to investigate the latest authentication patterns for the Stripe API and save the findings to a new file.

Frequently Asked Questions about research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate technical research from primary sources?

Automating technical research involves querying primary sources like official documentation and source code, then synthesizing the findings into structured Markdown documentation within your repository.

What is the best way to research API authentication requirements before an integration?

Researching API authentication requirements is best handled by an autonomous agent that navigates provider documentation directly, verifies primary source specifications, and compiles best practices into a structured Markdown file.

How do I automatically compile library evaluation findings into documentation?

You can compile library evaluation findings by delegating reading and synthesis to a background agent, which investigates technical topics and automatically outputs a structured Markdown documentation file.

Does automated technical research work without manual web browsing?

Automated technical research works without manual browsing by requiring autonomous agent capabilities to navigate documentation, verify primary sources, and write structured output files directly to your repository.

When should I use an autonomous agent for technical documentation gathering?

Use an autonomous agent for technical documentation gathering when you need to eliminate the time-consuming process of manually verifying technical information and want to delegate reading and synthesis to a background agent.