research-topics

Research unfamiliar APIs and technologies using multi-source verification workflows.

4|1|Updated Dec 30, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/lushly-dev/afd --skill research-topics
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: research-topics
Source: https://github.com/lushly-dev/afd/tree/main/.claude/skills/research-topics
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lushly-dev/afd --skill research-topics

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of quickly and reliably understanding unfamiliar technologies, APIs, and best practices by providing a structured, multi-source research methodology.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • API Research: Investigate and understand new APIs, libraries, and frameworks.
  • Troubleshooting: Gather context for unknown errors by consulting documentation, codebase, and web sources.
  • Technology Evaluation: Compare and contrast different technologies with evidence-based analysis.
  • Best Practice Verification: Ensure adherence to established standards and patterns.

Quick Start

Use the research-topics skill to learn about the FAST Element v2 satisfies operator.

Frequently Asked Questions about research-topics

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I research an unfamiliar API before implementing it?▼

To research an unfamiliar API, use a systematic multi-source strategy that combines codebase analysis, documentation lookup, and web search to verify sources and understand integration patterns.

What is the best way to evaluate different technologies for a project?▼

Evaluating technologies effectively requires an evidence-based analysis strategy that compares documentation, source verification, and best practices across multiple sources to ensure informed selection.

How do I troubleshoot unknown errors using documentation and codebase analysis?▼

Troubleshoot unknown errors by gathering context through a structured workflow that consults documentation, analyzes the codebase, and performs web searches to identify root causes.

How do I verify if a coding pattern aligns with established best practices?▼

Verify coding best practices by consulting established standards and using source verification workflows to ensure your implementation patterns match reliable, documented methodologies.

When do I need source verification during API research?▼

Source verification is needed during API research when validating unfamiliar libraries or troubleshooting errors, ensuring the documentation and code examples you rely on are accurate and trustworthy.