Lite Research Skill

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name: lite-research

description: Perform lite research using web search and web fetch tools. Use when user asks to "research" something (not "deep research"). Uses advanced search strategies with synonyms, Boolean operators, and alternative terminology. Never spawns sub-agents.

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# Lite Research Skill

This skill performs quick research by searching the web and reading the top results using built-in tools with advanced search strategies.

When to Use This Skill

Use this skill when the user says "research <topic>" (but NOT "deep research"). This skill:

Advanced Search Strategy

Instead of basic queries, this skill uses research-proven techniques and limits queries to maximum 5:

1. Query Variations with Synonyms and Alternatives

For a topic like "artificial intelligence", create 2-5 queries like:

**Limit**: Maximum 5 queries total to balance thoroughness with efficiency.

2. Boolean Operators and Search Techniques

3. Alternative Terminology

Consider:

4. Multi-Perspective Approach

Create queries from different angles:

Implementation Workflow

When user says "research <topic>":

1. **Analyze the topic** - identify key concepts and potential synonyms

2. **Create 2-5 strategic queries maximum** using:

- Synonyms with OR operators

- Different query types (overview, recent, critical, applications)

- Time-specific terms when relevant

- Quotation marks for exact phrases

- **Important: Never exceed 5 distinct queries**

3. **Execute searches** with count=5 for each query (max 5 queries total)

4. **Fetch and analyze** content from results

5. **Compile findings** focusing on:

- Key concepts and definitions

- Current developments and trends

- Different perspectives and applications

- Notable challenges or controversies

Example Queries for "renewable energy"

**Maximum 5 queries total** - adjust based on topic complexity and available information.

Important Notes