dev-research

Auto-detect and route prompts to appropriate research modes with structured output.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattjefferson/agents --skill dev-research-mattjefferson
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dev-research
Source: https://github.com/mattjefferson/agents/tree/main/skills/dev-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattjefferson/agents --skill dev-research-mattjefferson

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Unified research coordination by auto-detecting the required research mode and routing prompts accordingly to a single, unified workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Auto-detects and routes inquiries to the appropriate research mode: General, PRD, Best Practices, Framework Docs, Learnings, and Codebase.
  • Supports combined-mode research to address questions that span topics, frameworks, and documentation, with clear output options.
  • Guided input and strategy for topics, PRD paths, or framework names, with structured, source-attributed results.

Quick Start

Provide a topic or question; the skill will auto-detect the right research mode and run the corresponding strategy.

Frequently Asked Questions about dev-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate research workflows across multiple documentation sources?▼

Automated research workflows are orchestrated by auto-detecting the required research mode from your prompt and routing it to the appropriate strategy. This coordinates multi-mode research across general topics, PRDs, framework docs, and codebases.

What is the best way to generate a PRD from framework documentation?▼

Generating a PRD from framework docs is achieved by using the auto-detected PRD or Framework Docs modes. The system enforces phase-based execution, relies on local skills and official docs for sources, and delivers structured output with clear attribution.

Can I research codebase best practices and learnings in a single prompt?▼

Yes, combined-mode research supports addressing questions that span best practices, learnings, and codebase modes in a single prompt. The unified workflow routes the inquiry accordingly and provides clear output options.

Does the research workflow require manual mode selection for different topics?▼

Manual mode selection is not required; the workflow auto-detects the appropriate research mode based on your provided topic or question. It then runs the corresponding strategy automatically to deliver structured, source-attributed results.

When should I use multi-mode research instead of a single research strategy?▼

Multi-mode research should be used when your inquiry spans multiple topics, frameworks, and documentation types simultaneously. It auto-detects and routes the combined prompt to address complex questions that a single research strategy cannot fully cover.