research

Conduct systematic research across codebases, documentation, and academic sources.

3|Updated Jun 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/weebcoder101/dreamcode --skill research-weebcoder101
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: research
Source: https://github.com/weebcoder101/dreamcode/tree/main/.dreamcode/skills/research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/weebcoder101/dreamcode --skill research-weebcoder101

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of investigating unknown topics, exploring new code, and gathering comprehensive information.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Systematic Research Methodology: Provides a structured approach to research, from defining the question to synthesizing findings.
  • Codebase Exploration: Offers strategies for navigating and understanding complex codebases.
  • External Research Integration: Integrates tools for searching web, academic sources, documentation, GitHub, and memory to gather evidence.
  • Data Synthesis and Confidence Rating: Assists in synthesizing information into coherent answers and providing confidence levels.
  • Research Ethics: Promotes ethical research practices and accurate citation.

Quick Start

Run the research skill with the 'research' command to initiate a systematic investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions about research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I systematically investigate an unfamiliar codebase?

Systematic codebase exploration uses structured methodologies to navigate complex code, define specific investigation questions, and synthesize findings into coherent answers. This approach integrates external documentation searches to gather comprehensive evidence.

What is the best way to gather information from academic sources for research?

Academic research involves integrating external search tools to systematically gather evidence from academic papers and web sources. A structured approach ensures data synthesis and confidence rating, while promoting accurate citation.

Can I use systematic inquiry to analyze both code and documentation simultaneously?

Yes, systematic inquiry supports parallel codebase analysis and documentation research. It offers strategies for navigating complex code structures alongside tools for searching documentation and GitHub to synthesize comprehensive information.

How do I synthesize gathered information into a coherent answer with a confidence rating?

Data synthesis assists in combining gathered evidence into coherent answers by evaluating findings and providing confidence levels. This methodology moves from defining the research question to systematically integrating external sources.

Does this research methodology require external dependencies to search GitHub and web sources?

No external dependencies are required to initiate systematic research. The methodology integrates native tools for searching web, academic sources, documentation, GitHub, and memory to gather evidence without prerequisite packages.