Learn: From Raw Materials to Published Output

What it does

This skill guides an agent through a six-phase workflow to turn primary sources and notes into publishable output. It enforces structured phases: collect primary sources, digest and vet evidence, create an outline tied to sources, fill in sections, refine draft edits, and prepare for user-led self-review and publishing. The skill focuses on rigorous source selection, contradiction handling, and staged passes rather than quick lookups.

When to use it

Use this skill when preparing a research article, technical survey, or any long-form piece that requires multiple primary sources and careful synthesis. Not intended for single-file lookups, short answers, or quick reference requests — pick "Quick Reference" mode for fast overviews.

What's included

• Scripts: none (has_scripts=false)
• References: none (has_references=false)
• Instructions: a detailed phase-by-phase procedural guide covering pre-checks, source discovery, digesting methods, outlining rules, drafting guidance, refine pass rules, and final self-review before publish. Emphasizes primary sources, preserving contradictions, and never skipping the refine phase.

Compatible agents

Best suited for agents with web/read and write capabilities (Claude Code, Claude-style agents, or similar integrations that can fetch and manage files). The skill expects /read and /write helpers when available, but includes fallbacks.