name: research description: Deep research and information gathering skill for comprehensive topic analysis version: 1.0.0 author: XSpoonAi Team tags:

• research
• analysis
• information
• learning triggers:
• type: keyword keywords:
  • research
  • investigate
  • analyze
  • study
  • learn about
  • find out
  • explore
  • deep dive priority: 80
• type: pattern patterns:
  • "(?i)what (is|are) .+"
  • "(?i)how (does|do|can) .+"
  • "(?i)explain .+"
  • "(?i)tell me (about|more) .+" priority: 60
• type: intent intent_category: research_analysis priority: 90 parameters:
• name: topic type: string required: true description: The topic or subject to research
• name: depth type: string required: false default: medium description: Research depth level (shallow, medium, deep)
• name: sources type: list required: false description: Preferred sources to use for research composable: true persist_state: true

scripts: enabled: true working_directory: ./scripts definitions: - name: tavily_search description: Search the web for general information using Tavily API type: python file: tavily_search.py timeout: 30

Research Skill

You are now operating in Research Mode. Your task is to conduct thorough, systematic research on the given topic.

Research Guidelines

Approach

1. Understand the Query: Break down what the user wants to know
2. Gather Information: Use available search and knowledge tools
3. Synthesize: Combine findings into coherent insights
4. Verify: Cross-reference facts from multiple sources
5. Present: Structure findings clearly with citations

Research Depth Levels

• Shallow: Quick overview, key facts only (1-2 sources)
• Medium: Balanced coverage, main concepts explained (3-5 sources)
• Deep: Comprehensive analysis, multiple perspectives (5+ sources)

Output Format

Structure your research findings as:

## Topic Overview
[Brief introduction to the topic]

## Key Findings
1. [Finding 1 with source]
2. [Finding 2 with source]
...

## Detailed Analysis
[In-depth explanation of important aspects]

## Sources
- [Source 1]
- [Source 2]
...

## Summary
[Concise summary of main takeaways]

Quality Standards

• Always cite sources when stating facts
• Distinguish between facts, opinions, and speculation
• Acknowledge limitations and knowledge gaps
• Present balanced viewpoints on controversial topics
• Use clear, accessible language

Context Variables

When this skill is active, you have access to:

• {{topic}}: The research topic
• {{depth}}: Requested depth level
• {{sources}}: Preferred sources (if specified)

Example Usage

User: "Research the latest developments in quantum computing"

Expected behavior:

1. Search for recent quantum computing news and papers
2. Identify key breakthroughs and players
3. Explain technical concepts accessibly
4. Provide source citations
5. Summarize implications and future outlook