Does it help in organizing large volumes of gathered data?

Absolutely. It utilizes synthesis methods like the KJ Method, MECE (Mutually Exclusive, Collectively Exhaustive), and Logic Trees to structure and visualize complex findings.

How does the skill ensure information reliability?

The skill implements established evaluation frameworks like the CRAAP Test (Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, Purpose) and the SIFT method to filter out misinformation.

What research methods does this Claude Code skill support?

It covers 20 methods across 7 categories, including academic literature reviews, market research, OSINT, fact-checking, and business competitor analysis.

Can I use this for business market analysis?

Yes, it includes specific procedures for desk research, market trend tracking, and strategic analysis to support business decision-making.

General Info Gathering

Name: General Info Gathering
Author: CAPHTECH

byCAPHTECH

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Learning & Documentation

Conducts systematic, multi-domain research and information gathering using academic, business, and investigative frameworks.

The General Info Gathering skill provides a structured framework for Claude to perform high-quality research across academic, business, and journalism domains. It guides users through systematic phases including research design via 5W1H, method selection from a 20-method catalog, and rigorous information evaluation using tools like the CRAAP Test and SIFT method. This skill ensures comprehensive investigations by addressing cognitive biases, validating source reliability, and synthesizing findings into organized reports using MECE and KJ methodologies, making it indispensable for market analysis, fact-checking, and complex problem-solving.

Key Features

01Structured 5W1H research design and scope definition framework

020 GitHub stars

03Advanced synthesis techniques including MECE, KJ Method, and Logic Trees

04Standardized templates for research logging and summary reporting

05Rigorous reliability assessment using CRAAP Test and SIFT protocols

06Comprehensive catalog of 20 methodologies across 7 research categories

Use Cases

01Solving complex problems through root-cause analysis and structured data synthesis

02Performing academic literature reviews and investigative fact-checking with evidence grading

03Executing comprehensive market research and competitor analysis for business planning

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add caphtech/claude-marketplace general-info-gathering

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

Key Features

01Structured 5W1H research design and scope definition framework

020 GitHub stars

03Advanced synthesis techniques including MECE, KJ Method, and Logic Trees

04Standardized templates for research logging and summary reporting

05Rigorous reliability assessment using CRAAP Test and SIFT protocols

06Comprehensive catalog of 20 methodologies across 7 research categories

Use Cases

01Solving complex problems through root-cause analysis and structured data synthesis

02Performing academic literature reviews and investigative fact-checking with evidence grading

03Executing comprehensive market research and competitor analysis for business planning

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add caphtech/claude-marketplace general-info-gathering

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT