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Run a research task to generate documentation

bradtraversy By bradtraversy schedule Updated 2/3/2026

name: research

description: Run a research task to generate documentation

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Task

Execute research task: $ARGUMENTS


Instructions

  1. If no argument provided, error: "Usage: /research "

  2. Look for prompt file at context/research/{$ARGUMENTS}.md

  3. If not found, error: "Prompt file not found at context/research/{$ARGUMENTS}.md"

  4. Read the prompt file which should contain:

    • Output: Where to write results (e.g., context/content-types.md)

    • Research: What to investigate

    • Include: Specific details to capture

    • Sources: What files/tools to use

  5. Execute the research using appropriate tools:

    • Read files (Prisma schema, constants, components)

    • Query database via Neon MCP if needed

    • Search codebase for patterns

  6. Write findings to the specified output location

  7. Summarize what was discovered


Rules

  • This command produces DOCUMENTATION only

  • Do NOT modify source code files

  • Do NOT create branches or commits

  • Output should go to /docs/ unless otherwise specified

  • Use subagents for thorough exploration if needed

Install via CLI
npx skills add https://github.com/bradtraversy/devstash --skill research
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