research-synthesis

Synthesize user research data into themes, insights, and prioritized recommendations.

Updated Apr 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/FoundationForge/cowork-plugins --skill research-synthesis-foundationforge
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: research-synthesis
Source: https://github.com/FoundationForge/cowork-plugins/tree/main/plugins/design/skills/research-synthesis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/FoundationForge/cowork-plugins --skill research-synthesis-foundationforge

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Synthesize scattered qualitative research (interview transcripts, survey results, usability notes, support tickets, and NPS responses) into coherent themes, evidence-backed insights, and prioritized recommendations so product and design teams can act quickly.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Thematic synthesis: Identify recurring themes and pain points across interviews, surveys, and support feedback with supporting quotes and prevalence counts.
  • Structured deliverable: Produce a ready-to-share markdown report including executive summary, key themes with evidence, insight→opportunity mapping, user segments, and prioritized recommendations.
  • Validation & enrichment: Optionally cross-reference analytics, support tickets, or knowledge-base content when connectors are available to validate findings and estimate impact.
  • Use case: Convert a set of interview transcripts and survey CSVs from a product discovery study into a one-page synthesis for stakeholders and a prioritized research plan.

Quick Start

Run /research-synthesis with your interview transcripts or pasted survey CSV to generate a structured synthesis with themes, supporting quotes, user segments, and prioritized recommendations.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-synthesis

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

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How do I synthesize user interview transcripts into actionable insights?

Synthesize user interview transcripts by identifying recurring themes, extracting supporting quotes, and mapping insights to opportunities. This process transforms scattered qualitative feedback into a structured markdown report with prioritized recommendations for stakeholders.

Can I analyze survey results and NPS responses together to find common pain points?

Yes, you can analyze survey results and NPS responses together to identify common pain points. The synthesis cross-references multiple data sources to extract recurring themes, estimate prevalence counts, and map validated findings into a unified stakeholder report.

What is the best way to turn usability testing notes into prioritized recommendations?

The best way to turn usability testing notes into prioritized recommendations is through thematic synthesis that maps insights to opportunities. This produces a structured deliverable featuring an executive summary, user segments, and prioritized next steps for product teams.

Does user research synthesis work with app store reviews and support tickets?

Yes, user research synthesis works with app store reviews and support tickets. It processes these qualitative inputs to identify patterns, validate findings against existing data sources, and generate a structured report with key themes and evidence-backed insights.

How do I map insights to opportunities from a product discovery study?

Map insights to opportunities by processing qualitative data from a product discovery study into an insights-to-opportunities matrix. This generates a one-page synthesis document containing key themes, user segments, and a prioritized research plan for immediate action.