research-prompting

Generates research prompts with zero-prior-knowledge framing, evidence hierarchy, and gap round.

24|8|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/usecompai/compound-operations-model --skill research-prompting
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Skill: research-prompting
Source: https://github.com/usecompai/compound-operations-model/tree/main/skills/research-prompting
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/usecompai/compound-operations-model --skill research-prompting

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of creating clear, concise research prompts that lead to decision-ready findings. It helps in avoiding vague research and ensures that the output is actionable and well-sourced.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Zero-Prior-Knowledge Framing: Generates prompts that assume the researcher has no background information.
  • Evidence Hierarchy: Establishes a clear hierarchy for sourcing evidence, prioritizing primary sources over secondary and weak signals.
  • Fact/Inference Separation: Ensures that findings are presented with a clear distinction between facts, inferences, and uncertainties.
  • Gap Round: Mandates a self-critique to identify and fill any gaps in the research.
  • Use Case: Ideal for formulating prompts for competitive research, market analysis, due diligence, and delegating research tasks.

Quick Start

Use the research-prompting skill to create a research prompt for market analysis on the 'new entrants in the AI market, Q3 2026'.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-prompting

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

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How do I write a market analysis prompt that yields decision-ready findings?

To generate decision-ready findings, a market analysis prompt needs zero-prior-knowledge framing and an evidence hierarchy to prioritize primary sources. This ensures the researcher delivers actionable and well-sourced outputs.

What is the best way to structure research prompts for delegating competitive research?

The best way to structure research prompts is to enforce fact and inference separation while mandating a gap round. This self-critique mechanism identifies missing information and ensures clear, actionable outputs for competitive research.

How do I ensure my due diligence research separates facts from inferences?

To ensure due diligence separates facts from inferences, use prompts with built-in fact and inference separation constraints. This establishes a clear distinction between verified data, logical deductions, and uncertainties.

Why does my market analysis research output lack actionable evidence?

Market analysis outputs often lack actionable evidence when prompts fail to establish an evidence hierarchy. Without prioritizing primary sources over weak signals, the research delivers vague findings instead of decision-ready results.

Can I use zero-prior-knowledge framing for niche market analysis topics?

Yes, you can use zero-prior-knowledge framing for niche topics. By assuming the researcher has no background information, the prompt forces comprehensive baseline context gathering before advancing to deeper market analysis.

When do I need to mandate a gap round in my research prompts?

You need to mandate a gap round when complex research tasks require high confidence. It forces a self-critique step to identify and fill any missing information before finalizing decision-ready findings.