Web Research

This is a methodology for breaking down research tasks into 1-5 subtopics, running targeted searches (3-5 per subtopic), then synthesizing everything into a cited answer. It's process guidance, not tooling. You get a three-step framework: plan your subtopics upfront, gather info systematically, then review and synthesize with sources. The value is in forcing you to think before you search rather than going down rabbit holes. Works well for comparative analysis or multi-faceted questions where you'd otherwise just start Googling randomly. If you already research methodically, you probably won't need this. If you tend to over-search or lose track of what you're looking for, the structure helps.

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last updated: Jun 11, 2026

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Install

$ npx -y skills add dougtrajano/pydantic-ai-skills --skill web-research --agent claude-code

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Web Research Skill

This skill provides guidance on conducting comprehensive web research. It emphasizes planning, efficient information gathering, and systematic synthesis of findings.

Note: This skill provides a methodology and best practices for web research. It does not include executable scripts or tools beyond what's available in your agent's toolset.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when you need to:

Research complex topics requiring multiple information sources
Gather and synthesize current information from the web
Conduct comparative analysis across multiple subjects
Produce well-sourced research reports with clear citations

Research Process

Step 1: Create and Save Research Plan

Before conducting research:

Analyze the research question - Break it down into distinct, non-overlapping subtopics
Create a research plan - Determine:
- The main research question
- 2-5 specific subtopics to investigate
- Expected information from each subtopic
- How results will be synthesized

Planning Guidelines:

SKILL.md on GitHub