| name | j-research |
| description | Web research workflow that collects sources and summarizes findings into an org file. Use when the user asks to research a topic, compare sources, or gather references. |
/j-research
Overview
Use this skill for web research. Write findings to the file specified in the prompt, or RESEARCH.org if none specified.
Workflow
- Parse the prompt. If it specifies a target filename (e.g., "Write findings to 2026-02-11-topic.org"), use that file. Otherwise use
RESEARCH.org.
- Extract the original research question from the prompt.
- Gather sources (prefer primary docs, reputable outlets, official sites).
- Write findings using the standard template below.
- Save and commit immediately.
Standard Template
#+TITLE: <research question>
#+DATE: <YYYY-MM-DD>
#+PROPERTY: PROMPT <original prompt text>
* Summary
- <3-6 bullet summary of key findings>
* Findings
- <concise, sourced points; cite URLs inline>
* Links
- [[https://example.com][Example — Title]]
* Open Questions
- <things to verify or follow up>
Sourcing Rules
- Prefer primary sources, official documentation, and reputable outlets.
- Include direct links in the
Links section; add inline links in Findings where helpful.
- Keep quotes short; summarize in your own words.
Git Hygiene
- Save the file and immediately commit.
- Use a clear commit message, e.g.
research: <topic>.
File Locations
- Default output:
RESEARCH.org at the repo root (for interactive use).
- If the prompt specifies a filename, write to that file at the repo root instead.
- If the file does not exist, create it with the template above.
Resources
No additional scripts or assets are required for this skill.
