research-prompting

Generates research prompts with zero-prior-knowledge framing, evidence hierarchy, and gap round.

24|8|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/usecompai/compound-operations-model --skill research-prompting
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Skill: research-prompting
Source: https://github.com/usecompai/compound-operations-model/tree/main/skills/research-prompting
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/usecompai/compound-operations-model --skill research-prompting

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of creating clear, concise research prompts that lead to decision-ready findings. It helps in avoiding vague research and ensures that the output is actionable and well-sourced.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Zero-Prior-Knowledge Framing: Generates prompts that assume the researcher has no background information.
  • Evidence Hierarchy: Establishes a clear hierarchy for sourcing evidence, prioritizing primary sources over secondary and weak signals.
  • Fact/Inference Separation: Ensures that findings are presented with a clear distinction between facts, inferences, and uncertainties.
  • Gap Round: Mandates a self-critique to identify and fill any gaps in the research.
  • Use Case: Ideal for formulating prompts for competitive research, market analysis, due diligence, and delegating research tasks.

Quick Start

Use the research-prompting skill to create a research prompt for market analysis on the 'new entrants in the AI market, Q3 2026'.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-prompting

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a market analysis prompt that yields decision-ready findings?▼

To generate decision-ready findings, a market analysis prompt needs zero-prior-knowledge framing and an evidence hierarchy to prioritize primary sources. This ensures the researcher delivers actionable and well-sourced outputs.

What is the best way to structure research prompts for delegating competitive research?▼

The best way to structure research prompts is to enforce fact and inference separation while mandating a gap round. This self-critique mechanism identifies missing information and ensures clear, actionable outputs for competitive research.

How do I ensure my due diligence research separates facts from inferences?▼

To ensure due diligence separates facts from inferences, use prompts with built-in fact and inference separation constraints. This establishes a clear distinction between verified data, logical deductions, and uncertainties.

Why does my market analysis research output lack actionable evidence?▼

Market analysis outputs often lack actionable evidence when prompts fail to establish an evidence hierarchy. Without prioritizing primary sources over weak signals, the research delivers vague findings instead of decision-ready results.

Can I use zero-prior-knowledge framing for niche market analysis topics?▼

Yes, you can use zero-prior-knowledge framing for niche topics. By assuming the researcher has no background information, the prompt forces comprehensive baseline context gathering before advancing to deeper market analysis.

When do I need to mandate a gap round in my research prompts?▼

You need to mandate a gap round when complex research tasks require high confidence. It forces a self-critique step to identify and fill any missing information before finalizing decision-ready findings.