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Automate structured research and generate markdown reports saved to Basic Memory.

1|Updated Dec 25, 2017
Search Tags:#documentation#research#structured-report#codebase-search#topic-investigation#concept-exploration
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattniedelman/dotfiles --skill research-mattniedelman
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research
Source: https://github.com/mattniedelman/dotfiles/tree/main/dot_augment/skills/research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattniedelman/dotfiles --skill research-mattniedelman

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill enables thorough research on any topic and produces a structured report that can be saved to Basic Memory for future reference, helping you capture context, evidence, and conclusions in a reusable format.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured research workflow: Define the question, gather information, analyze findings, and synthesize insights into a formal report.
  • Contextual reporting: Produce a repeatable report format suitable for knowledge bases, decision support, and project documentation.
  • Use Case: When you need to understand a concept, compare options, or gather context before a decision, generate a comprehensive report and store it for later context.

Quick Start

Use the research skill to outline a topic and generate a structured report, then save it to Basic Memory.

Frequently Asked Questions about research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a structured report for topic research?▼

To generate a structured report for topic research, this Skill automates a defined multi-step process: defining the question, gathering information, analyzing findings, and synthesizing insights into a consistent markdown format.

What is the best way to document codebase research and concept exploration?▼

Documenting codebase research and concept exploration is best handled by automating the investigation workflow to capture context, evidence, and conclusions in a reusable structured markdown report.

Can I save structured research reports directly to Basic Memory?▼

Yes, you can save structured research reports directly to Basic Memory. The Skill produces these reports and automatically stores the results for future reference and knowledge base integration.

Does this research Skill require any external dependencies or components to function?▼

No external dependencies or components are required to function. The Skill operates independently to enforce its research workflow and generate structured markdown documentation.

When do I need a structured reporting workflow for decision support?▼

You need a structured reporting workflow for decision support when you must understand a concept, compare options, or gather context before making a decision, ensuring comprehensive context is captured.

What are the limitations of using a basic research workflow for project documentation?▼

A limitation of this basic research workflow is its fixed multi-step process; it produces consistent markdown reports suited for standard knowledge bases but may lack customization for complex project documentation formats.

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