# Research

> Run a research task to generate documentation

- Skill: `bradtraversy/research` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add bradtraversy/research`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/bradtraversy/research/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Docs & Writing
- Author: bradtraversy (https://skillmd.com/u/bradtraversy)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/bradtraversy/research

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## Task

Execute research task: $ARGUMENTS

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### Instructions

1. If no argument provided, error: "Usage: /research <prompt-name>"
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

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### 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