research

Coordinate parallel sub-agents to research codebases, Obsidian, and external sources.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ncy08/clear-claude-code --skill research-ncy08
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research
Source: https://github.com/ncy08/clear-claude-code/tree/main/tools/skills/research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ncy08/clear-claude-code --skill research-ncy08

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Open-endedly researching codebases, external technologies, web topics, and business documents before planning changes or answering complex questions. Spawns parallel sub-agents to analyze codebase structure, patterns, historical decisions, business context from Obsidian, internal Drive/Slack, and external sources via web search.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Conducts comprehensive codebase and external research.
  • Spawns parallel sub-agents to map code structure, patterns, decisions, and context.
  • Produces a structured research document that answers the user's questions and informs planning.

Quick Start

Ask Claude Code to research a topic, then synthesize findings across codebase and external sources.

Frequently Asked Questions about research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I research a codebase and external sources before planning changes?

To research a codebase and external sources before planning changes, use this Skill to spawn parallel sub-agents that analyze code structure, business context, and web search results, producing a structured research document with precise file references and source URLs.

What is the best way to map code structure and historical decisions across a codebase?

Mapping code structure and historical decisions is best handled by spawning parallel sub-agents like codebase-locator and thoughts-locator to investigate patterns and decisions, then synthesizing the findings into an auditable research document.

Can I use this codebase research tool with Obsidian context and external web search?

Yes, this codebase research tool works with Obsidian context and external web search by spawning dedicated sub-agents like obsidian-locator and web-search-researcher to gather and synthesize cross-source information.

How do I orchestrate parallel sub-agents for comprehensive codebase investigations?

Orchestrating parallel sub-agents for comprehensive codebase investigations involves spawning specialized agents like codebase-locator and obsidian-locator to map structure and business context simultaneously, resulting in a structured research document.

Does this research Skill produce an auditable trail for vendor evaluations and planning?

Yes, this research Skill produces an auditable trail for vendor evaluations and planning by generating a structured research document containing precise file references, source URLs, and historical decision context.