deep-research

Investigate complex questions using multi-source evidence synthesis and citation-backed conclusions.

1|Updated Aug 7, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zzafergok/arktos --skill deep-research-zzafergok
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: deep-research
Source: https://github.com/zzafergok/arktos/tree/main/.agent/skills/deep-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zzafergok/arktos --skill deep-research-zzafergok

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve? Complex, uncertain, or high-impact questions often cannot be answered with a quick lookup, and shallow answers risk being wrong or outdated. This Skill structures a rigorous investigation that gathers evidence from multiple authoritative sources, evaluates its quality, and synthesizes a decision-ready answer with visible uncertainty. ## Core Features & Use Cases - Question Scoping: Converts vague requests into decision-oriented research questions with defined audience, timeframe, depth, and constraints. - Evidence Evaluation: Distinguishes verified facts, source claims, inferences, and estimates while weighing authority, recency, and methodology. - Cited Synthesis: Leads with the most decision-relevant finding, then presents key evidence, counterevidence, limitations, and next steps with citations beside each claim. - Use Case: Imagine you must decide whether to adopt a new technology standard. Use this Skill to trace claims to primary sources, compare independent analyses, and receive a confidence-rated recommendation. ## Quick Start Ask the assistant to research whether a specific technology, policy, or market claim holds up, and request an evidence-backed answer with citations and confidence levels.

Frequently Asked Questions about deep-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I research a complex question with multiple sources?▼

Break the main question into a small set of subquestions, search using terminology variants and disconfirming queries, and prioritize primary sources like official documentation, papers, and filings. Stop when new sources repeat established information.

When should I use deep research instead of a quick search?▼

Use deep research for complex, uncertain, or high-impact questions where a wrong answer has consequences. Simple factual questions or ordinary codebase inspection do not need this level of investigation.

How does deep research evaluate source quality?▼

It weighs authority, recency, methodology, incentives, sample quality, and whether independent sources agree. Claims are labeled as verified fact, source claim, inference, estimate, or unresolved evidence.

Can deep research make changes or take external actions?▼

No. Research is read-only unless the user separately authorizes implementation or external actions. Investigating a topic never grants permission to change code, contact people, or modify external systems.

What happens when sources conflict during research?▼

Conflicting evidence is reported explicitly rather than hidden. The synthesis explains the disagreement, identifies which interpretation is better supported, and states the remaining uncertainty and confidence level.