user-research

Plan, conduct, and synthesize user research studies with structured deliverables and analysis frameworks.

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

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Plan, conduct, and synthesize user research studies.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Research Methods: A structured suite including user interviews, usability testing, surveys, card sorting, diary studies, and A/B testing to uncover user needs and behaviors.
  • Interview Guide Structure: A clear sequence (Warm-up, Context, Deep dive, Reaction, Wrap-up) to elicit relevant insights and maintain session quality.
  • Analysis Framework: Tools like affinity mapping, impact/effort matrix, journey mapping, and jobs-to-be-done to organize findings and drive recommendations.
  • Deliverables: Research plan, interview guide, synthesis report, and highlight reel to communicate findings effectively.

Quick Start

Plan a user-research study and produce a plan, interview guide, and a synthesis report from the collected data.

Frequently Asked Questions about user-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure an interview guide for user research?

User research interview guides should follow a clear sequence of Warm-up, Context, Deep dive, Reaction, and Wrap-up to elicit relevant insights and maintain session quality throughout the study.

What analysis frameworks help synthesize user research findings?

Synthesize user research findings using analysis frameworks like affinity mapping, impact/effort matrix, journey mapping, and jobs-to-be-done to organize data and drive actionable recommendations.

Which user research methods are best for uncovering user needs and behaviors?

User research methods including user interviews, usability testing, surveys, card sorting, diary studies, and A/B testing are used to uncover user needs and behaviors across different study scopes.

What deliverables do I need to communicate user research results effectively?

Communicate user research results effectively by producing structured deliverables such as a research plan, interview guide, synthesis report, and highlights reel to share findings with stakeholders.

Can I plan and execute a complete user research study from start to finish?

Plan and execute a complete user research study by selecting methods, designing the study, conducting interviews or usability tests, and synthesizing collected data into a final report.