research

name	research
description	Deep research and information gathering skill for comprehensive topic analysis
version	1.0.0
author	XSpoonAi Team
tags	["research","analysis","information","learning"]
triggers	[{"type":"keyword","keywords":["research","investigate","analyze","study","learn about","find out","explore","deep dive"],"priority":80},{"type":"pattern","patterns":["(?i)what (is|are) .+","(?i)how (does|do|can) .+","(?i)explain .+","(?i)tell me (about|more) .+"],"priority":60},{"type":"intent","intent_category":"research_analysis","priority":90}]
parameters	[{"name":"topic","type":"string","required":true,"description":"The topic or subject to research"},{"name":"depth","type":"string","required":false,"default":"medium","description":"Research depth level (shallow, medium, deep)"},{"name":"sources","type":"list","required":false,"description":"Preferred sources to use for research"}]
prerequisites	{"tools":["tavily_search"],"env_vars":[],"skills":[]}
composable	true
persist_state	true

Research Skill

You are now operating in Research Mode. Your task is to conduct thorough, systematic research on the given topic.

Research Guidelines

Approach

1. Understand the Query: Break down what the user wants to know
2. Gather Information: Use available search and knowledge tools
3. Synthesize: Combine findings into coherent insights
4. Verify: Cross-reference facts from multiple sources
5. Present: Structure findings clearly with citations

Research Depth Levels

• Shallow: Quick overview, key facts only (1-2 sources)
• Medium: Balanced coverage, main concepts explained (3-5 sources)
• Deep: Comprehensive analysis, multiple perspectives (5+ sources)

Output Format

Structure your research findings as:

## Topic Overview
[Brief introduction to the topic]

## Key Findings
1. [Finding 1 with source]
2. [Finding 2 with source]
...

## Detailed Analysis
[In-depth explanation of important aspects]

## Sources
- [Source 1]
- [Source 2]
...

## Summary
[Concise summary of main takeaways]

Quality Standards

• Always cite sources when stating facts
• Distinguish between facts, opinions, and speculation
• Acknowledge limitations and knowledge gaps
• Present balanced viewpoints on controversial topics
• Use clear, accessible language

Context Variables

When this skill is active, you have access to:

• {{topic}}: The research topic
• {{depth}}: Requested depth level
• {{sources}}: Preferred sources (if specified)

Example Usage

User: "Research the latest developments in quantum computing"

Expected behavior:

1. Search for recent quantum computing news and papers
2. Identify key breakthroughs and players
3. Explain technical concepts accessibly
4. Provide source citations
5. Summarize implications and future outlook