deep-research

Conduct multi-source research and produce a fact-checked, cited report.

88|15|Updated May 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/open-octo/octo-agent --skill deep-research-open-octo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: deep-research
Source: https://github.com/open-octo/octo-agent/tree/main/internal/skills/defaults/deep-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/open-octo/octo-agent --skill deep-research-open-octo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents shallow, poorly sourced answers by turning broad or complex questions into structured, multi-source research with traceable evidence and explicit uncertainty.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Breadth-First Investigation: Decomposes a topic into independent sub-questions and explores multiple angles in parallel.
  • Primary-Source Verification: Reads authoritative sources directly, tracks claims to evidence, and distinguishes verified findings from unsupported statements.
  • Adversarial Review: Attempts to disprove important claims, surfaces disagreements, identifies gaps, and synthesizes the results into a cited report.
  • Use Case: Ask for a thorough market, policy, technology, or background investigation when a quick lookup is insufficient and the final answer must withstand scrutiny.

Quick Start

Ask the deep-research skill to investigate a clearly scoped topic and produce a cited report with verified sources, confidence levels, and unresolved gaps.

Frequently Asked Questions about deep-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I conduct multi-source research with primary-source verification and cited reports?▼

Multi-source research with primary-source verification decomposes topics into sub-questions, reads authoritative sources in parallel, tracks claims to evidence, and synthesizes a cited report. This approach distinguishes verified findings from unsupported statements.

What is adversarial verification in fact checking and source synthesis?▼

Adversarial verification in fact checking attempts to disprove important claims, surfaces disagreements, and identifies gaps. Source synthesis applies this by tracking claims to primary evidence before producing a final cited report.

When do I need deep web research instead of a quick lookup for market analysis or policy investigation?▼

Deep web research is needed when a quick lookup is insufficient and answers must withstand scrutiny. Market analysis, policy investigation, and technology evaluation require primary-source review, scope clarification, and browser-based access for login-gated sites.

Can I use parallel sub-agents to investigate complex questions and evaluate technology?▼

Parallel sub-agents investigate complex questions by exploring multiple angles simultaneously during breadth-first investigation. This allows technology evaluation and background research to process independent sub-questions concurrently for comprehensive coverage.

Does deep research work with JavaScript-rendered and login-gated sites for fact checking?▼

Fact checking works with JavaScript-rendered and login-gated sites through browser-based access. This allows primary-source verification to read authoritative sources directly, tracking claims to evidence across complex web environments.