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Identify and synthesize authoritative documentation to inform technical decisions.

20|2|Updated Jan 10, 2026
Search Tags:#planning#documentation#research#best-practices#web-search#official-docs
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jsegov/shipspec-claude-code-plugin --skill research-jsegov
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research
Source: https://github.com/jsegov/shipspec-claude-code-plugin/tree/main/skills/research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jsegov/shipspec-claude-code-plugin --skill research-jsegov

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Bridges the gap between uncertain tech questions and reliable, up-to-date guidance by guiding AI to authoritative documentation and best practices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured PRD gathering and mapping to requirements
  • Site-specific, official documentation searches and deep reading with WebFetch
  • Integration with planning workflows to produce actionable notes and citations

Quick Start

Ask the AI to search official docs for a topic, read full pages with WebFetch, and summarize authoritative guidance with cited sources.

Frequently Asked Questions about research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find official documentation for an unknown API or version-sensitive technology?▼

Search official documentation by executing site-restricted web searches targeting authoritative sources, then use WebFetch to deep-read full pages. This extracts code examples, best practices, and migration notes to inform technical decisions for unknown or version-sensitive technologies.

What is the best way to extract implementation patterns and best practices from official docs?▼

Extract implementation patterns by using WebFetch to read full official documentation pages, synthesizing authoritative guidance into actionable notes with cited sources. This captures code examples, best practices, and migration notes directly from official technical references.

Can I use web search to gather authoritative technical documentation for architecture planning?▼

Yes, you can use web search for architecture planning by restricting queries to official documentation sites. Structured PRD gathering maps technical requirements to authoritative sources, ensuring architecture decisions rely on reliable, up-to-date guidance rather than unofficial forum content.

How do I structure PRD gathering to map technical requirements to authoritative sources?▼

Structure PRD gathering by identifying core technical requirements, then mapping each requirement to targeted official documentation searches. This restricts web search to official docs, enabling extraction of relevant code examples, best practices, and migration notes for informed technical decision-making.

Does restricting web search to official docs limit troubleshooting for undocumented API issues?▼

Restricting web search to official docs focuses troubleshooting on authoritative, version-sensitive guidance rather than unofficial community sources. While it prioritizes reliable documentation, it may not cover undocumented edge cases, making it best for established implementation patterns and API discovery.

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