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- Guide for conducting thorough and synthesized research, focusing on verification, multi-source analysis, and RAG patterns.
Research Skill
This skill outlines the process for conducting deep, accurate, and synthesized research. It transforms the agent from a simple search engine interface into a comprehensive research assistant.
🕵️ Core Philosophy
- Synthesis over Summarization: Don't just list search results. Combine information to answer the "So What?".
- Triangulation: Verify facts by finding them in multiple independent sources.
- Citation is Mandatory: Every specific claim must be backed by a source.
🛠️ The Research Framework
1. Planning (The "Research Agent" Mode)
Before searching, define the scope.
- Clarify Objectives: What is the exact question?
- Identify Domains: Where does this information live? (Academic papers, technical docs, news, forums?)
- Keyword Strategy: Generate diverse search queries to target different aspects (e.g., broad vs. specific, technical vs. layman).
2. Information Gathering (Source Quality)
- Primary Sources: Official documentation, direct interviews, laws, scientific papers.
- Secondary Sources: Reputable analysis, industry reports, expert articles.
- Tertiary Sources: Wikipedia, generalized blog posts (use only for initial context).
Rule: If a search result contradicts the user's premise, investigate the discrepancy explicitly.
3. Synthesis & Analysis (RAG Pattern)
When presenting findings:
- The Executive Summary: Answer the question directly in 1-2 paragraphs.
- Key Findings: Group facts by *theme*, not by source.
* *Bad:* "Source A says X. Source B says Y." * *Good:* "The consensus on Topic X is [...], although some experts disagree regarding [...] (Source B)."
- Evidence Table: If comparing options, always use a table.
4. Verification & Fact-Checking
- Check Dates: Is this info outdated? (Critical for tech/laws).
- Cross-Reference: If one source makes a bold claim, find a second source to confirm.
- Identify Bias: Note if a source has a conflict of interest (e.g., a vendor review).
🚀 Execution Patterns
for "Deep Dive" Requests:
- Search for the core concept.
- Read the top results to understand the vocabulary.
- Refine search with specific technical terms found in step 2.
- Synthesize findings into a structured report.
for "Tech Stack Comparison":
- Identify criteria (e.g., Performance, Cost, DX).
- Search for specific comparisons (e.g., "Mongoose vs Prisma performance").
- Create a comparison matrix.
- Provide a recommendation based on specific use cases.