Best use case
research is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Explore codebase and gather context about a topic or area
Teams using research should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
$curl -o ~/.claude/skills/research/SKILL.md --create-dirs "https://raw.githubusercontent.com/hivellm/rulebook/main/.claude/skills/research/SKILL.md"
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/research/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How research Compares
| Feature / Agent | research | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Explore codebase and gather context about a topic or area
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
Research the following topic in this codebase: $ARGUMENTS Steps: 1. Search for relevant files, types, and patterns related to the topic 2. Read key files to understand the architecture and conventions 3. Identify dependencies and relationships between components 4. Report findings with file paths, key types, and patterns discovered
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