research-topics

Research unfamiliar APIs and technologies using multi-source verification workflows.

4|1|Updated Dec 30, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lushly-dev/afd --skill research-topics
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: research-topics
Source: https://github.com/lushly-dev/afd/tree/main/.claude/skills/research-topics
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lushly-dev/afd --skill research-topics

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of quickly and reliably understanding unfamiliar technologies, APIs, and best practices by providing a structured, multi-source research methodology.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • API Research: Investigate and understand new APIs, libraries, and frameworks.
  • Troubleshooting: Gather context for unknown errors by consulting documentation, codebase, and web sources.
  • Technology Evaluation: Compare and contrast different technologies with evidence-based analysis.
  • Best Practice Verification: Ensure adherence to established standards and patterns.

Quick Start

Use the research-topics skill to learn about the FAST Element v2 satisfies operator.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-topics

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I research an unfamiliar API before implementing it?

To research an unfamiliar API, use a systematic multi-source strategy that combines codebase analysis, documentation lookup, and web search to verify sources and understand integration patterns.

What is the best way to evaluate different technologies for a project?

Evaluating technologies effectively requires an evidence-based analysis strategy that compares documentation, source verification, and best practices across multiple sources to ensure informed selection.

How do I troubleshoot unknown errors using documentation and codebase analysis?

Troubleshoot unknown errors by gathering context through a structured workflow that consults documentation, analyzes the codebase, and performs web searches to identify root causes.

How do I verify if a coding pattern aligns with established best practices?

Verify coding best practices by consulting established standards and using source verification workflows to ensure your implementation patterns match reliable, documented methodologies.

When do I need source verification during API research?

Source verification is needed during API research when validating unfamiliar libraries or troubleshooting errors, ensuring the documentation and code examples you rely on are accurate and trustworthy.