What happens after the research is complete?

The skill provides tailored next steps, such as using /eidos:spec to create a technical specification or /eidos:decision to record an architectural choice based on the findings.

Where are the research results stored?

Findings are saved as Markdown files in your project's `memory/` directory using a standardized naming convention and timestamp for easy version control.

Can it analyze my local files during the research process?

Yes, the skill is designed to investigate your existing codebase, internal documentation, and prior research files alongside external web sources to provide a holistic answer.

How does Eidos Research differ from a standard web search?

Unlike a simple search, this skill follows a rigorous methodology: it clarifies the scope, documents findings progressively in your codebase, and synthesizes information into actionable insights rather than just providing a list of links.

Structured Research

Name: Structured Research
Author: agenticnotetaking

byagenticnotetaking

•

Learning & Documentation

Conducts deep research across web and codebase sources to produce distilled findings and actionable project insights.

The Research skill for Claude Code automates the process of technical investigation, enabling developers to gather information from documentation, articles, and their own codebase simultaneously. By following a structured workflow that includes scope clarification, progressive documentation, and synthesis, it transforms raw data into a persistent 'memory' file that serves as a single source of truth for architectural decisions and technical specifications. It is designed for developers who need to move from an initial question to a verified implementation plan without losing context.

Key Features

01Progressive documentation with real-time commits to prevent context loss during long tasks

02Synthesis of conflicting information into clear, actionable conclusions

03Standardized file naming and timestamping for long-term project traceability

04Multi-source investigation covering the web, local codebase, and prior project memory

0536 GitHub stars

06Direct integration with spec-driven development and decision-logging workflows

Use Cases

01Synthesizing documentation and forum discussions to solve complex implementation bugs

02Investigating existing codebase patterns before proposing a major architectural refactor

03Evaluating and comparing third-party libraries or API implementation strategies

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add agenticnotetaking/eidos research

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

Download Skill