# Research First

> Codex adapter for research-before-planning work. Use when a task depends on current external facts, unfamiliar libraries, APIs, standards, security advisories, release notes, product behavior, or repo behavior that must be verified before planning or implementation.

- Skill: `zaxbyhub/research-first` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add zaxbyhub/research-first`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/zaxbyhub/research-first/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: Security, Docs & Writing
- Author: zaxbyhub (https://skillmd.com/u/zaxbyhub)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/zaxbyhub/research-first

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# Research First

Read `.claude/skills/research-first/SKILL.md` for the source protocol.

Codex-specific execution notes:

- For current or unstable external facts, browse or use primary sources and cite URLs.
- For repo facts, prefer `rg`, file reads, tests, and local source over memory.
- Separate verified facts from assumptions.
- Do not plan implementation until the relevant unknowns are resolved or explicitly marked as risks.

When research affects OpenAI product usage, use the `openai-docs` skill and official sources only.