Local Research
Performs in-depth codebase research and documents findings in persistent, structured markdown files.
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Key features
- Provides a standardized markdown template for consistent documentation.
- Integrates multiple tools like fast-repo-context, knowledge graphs, and web search.
- Follows a structured workflow for initializing, executing, and documenting research.
- Enables quick loading and updating of previous research documents.
- Creates and manages persistent research in local markdown files.
Use cases
- Building a persistent, evolving knowledge base about a project's technical implementation.
- Documenting a complex feature investigation for team sharing and future reference.
- Analyzing a new or unfamiliar codebase to understand its architecture and patterns.
FAQ
What key capabilities does this skill provide?
It provides a comprehensive research toolkit by integrating capabilities like `fast-repo-context` for codebase analysis, knowledge graphs for semantic queries, and web search for external context, all within a structured research and documentation workflow.
How does this skill improve my development workflow?
It streamlines the discovery process by automating research and documentation. By creating a persistent, searchable library of codebase analyses, it saves time, prevents redundant work, and helps onboard new developers faster.
What does the Local Research skill do?
This skill automates in-depth codebase research by integrating various analysis tools. It systematically documents all findings in persistent, structured markdown files stored locally, creating a reusable knowledge base for your projects.
When should I use this skill?
Use the Local Research skill when you need to understand a complex codebase, document architectural patterns, or analyze specific features. It's perfect for creating lasting records of your findings that you can load, update, and share later.
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