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# research this **Category**: Documentation Commands **Definition**: When a user issues a `research this` command, they are asking you to investigate and gather comprehensive information about a topic, technology, pattern, or concept. This includes collecting information from multiple sources, analyzing current best practices, and providing a thorough research summary. ## Example Prompts - `research this OAuth2 implementation patterns for microservices` - `research this React state management solutions for large applications` - `research this database indexing strategies for time-series data` - `research this security best practices for API authentication` ## Expected Output Format ````markdown # Research Report: [Topic/Technology Name] ## Executive Summary High-level overview of the research findings and key insights. ## Background & Context - What this technology/pattern/concept is - Why it's important or relevant - Current industry adoption and trends ## Key Findings ### Approach 1: [Method/Tool/Pattern Name] - **Description**: What it is and how it works - **Pros**: Advantages and benefits - **Cons**: Limitations and drawbacks - **Use Cases**: When to use this approach - **Examples**: Real-world implementations ### Approach 2: [Method/Tool/Pattern Name] - **Description**: What it is and how it works - **Pros**: Advantages and benefits - **Cons**: Limitations and drawbacks - **Use Cases**: When to use this approach - **Examples**: Real-world implementations ## Best Practices - Industry-standard recommendations - Common pitfalls to avoid - Implementation guidelines - Performance considerations ## Comparison Matrix | Criteria | Approach 1 | Approach 2 | Approach 3 | | ----------- | ---------- | ---------- | ---------- | | Performance | High | Medium | Low | | Complexity | Low | High | Medium | | Maintenance | Easy | Complex | Moderate | ## Recommendations ### For Small Projects - Recommended approach with rationale ### For Medium Projects - Recommended approach with rationale ### For Large/Enterprise Projects - Recommended approach with rationale ## Implementation Resources - Official documentation links - Tutorials and guides - Code examples and repositories - Community resources and forums ## Conclusion Summary of key takeaways and next steps for implementation. ```markdown ## Research Categories - **Technology Research**: Frameworks, libraries, tools - **Pattern Research**: Design patterns, architectural patterns - **Best Practice Research**: Industry standards, methodologies - **Security Research**: Vulnerabilities, security practices - **Performance Research**: Optimization techniques, benchmarking ## Research Sources - **Official Documentation**: Authoritative source material - **Industry Publications**: Technical blogs, whitepapers - **Community Resources**: Stack Overflow, GitHub, forums - **Academic Papers**: Research studies and analyses - **Case Studies**: Real-world implementation examples ## Research Process 1. **Define Scope**: Clarify what specifically needs to be researched 2. **Gather Sources**: Collect information from multiple reliable sources 3. **Analyze & Compare**: Evaluate different approaches and solutions 4. **Synthesize**: Combine findings into coherent recommendations 5. **Validate**: Cross-reference information for accuracy ## Usage Notes - Always cite sources and provide links when possible - Focus on current, up-to-date information - Include practical implementation considerations - Provide balanced analysis of pros and cons - Consider the specific context and requirements ## Related Commands - [**analyze this**](../development/analyze-this.md) - Analyze specific implementations - [**document this**](document-this.md) - Document research findings - [**spec this**](../workflow/spec-this.md) - Create specifications based on research ``` ````