Tracking research gaps

Scan chapter drafts for [RESEARCH: ...] markers and update research-gaps.md.

1|Updated Oct 30, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/djacobsmeyer/hold-the-line --skill tracking-research-gaps
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Skill: Tracking research gaps
Source: https://github.com/djacobsmeyer/hold-the-line/tree/main/.claude/skills/track-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/djacobsmeyer/hold-the-line --skill tracking-research-gaps

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manages research gaps and needed information across chapter drafts, turning scattered notes into a structured plan.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scans chapter files for [RESEARCH: ...] markers and extracts gaps
  • Groups gaps by severity and tracks which chapters need each item
  • Generates or updates a centralized research-gaps.md for progress tracking
  • Provides suggested directions and cross-chapter awareness to keep writing aligned

Quick Start

Run a scan to collect all [RESEARCH: ...] markers across chapters and generate or update the research-gaps.md file

Frequently Asked Questions about Tracking research gaps

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I track research gaps across multiple markdown chapter drafts?

Track research gaps across markdown chapter drafts by scanning files for [RESEARCH: ...] markers, extracting gap details, and automatically generating a centralized research-gaps.md file to organize missing information into a structured plan.

How does tracking research gaps with markdown markers work?

Tracking research gaps works by scanning the /chapters/ directory for [RESEARCH: ...] markers, extracting details and severity, and updating a centralized research-gaps.md file that associates each gap with its affected chapter.

What's the best way to organize scattered research notes into a project management plan?

Organize scattered research notes into a project management plan by scanning markdown chapter files for [RESEARCH: ...] markers, grouping gaps by severity, and generating a centralized tracking document for cross-chapter awareness.

Can I automatically generate a research tracking file from chapter drafts without manual entry?

Automatically generate a research tracking file by running a scan across the /chapters/ directory, which detects [RESEARCH: ...] markers and creates or updates a structured research-gaps.md file without manual entry.

Do I need to manually trigger a scan to update my research gaps tracking file?

Scans to update your research gaps tracking file run automatically after [RESEARCH: ...] markers are found in chapter drafts, or you can manually trigger updates with a 'show research gaps' command.

How are research gaps prioritized when tracking missing information in chapters?

Research gaps are prioritized by extracting severity levels from [RESEARCH: ...] markers during the chapter scan, grouping them accordingly in the research-gaps.md file, and providing suggested directions to keep writing aligned.