🔍 Write Background
Draft or update the background/introduction section based on literature in .research/literature/. Use when the user types /write_background, after completing literature review, or when background.md is empty but literature files exist.
npx playbooks add skill braselog/researchassistant --skill write-background
About Write Background
Write Background specializes your AI coding agent in code review & quality — it draft or update the background/introduction section based on literature in .research/literature/. use when the user types /write_background, after completing literature review, or when background.md is empty but literature files exist.
At 30 words, this compact prompt gives your agent specialized code review & quality expertise with structured patterns and output formats. Install via CLI or copy the prompt below.
Use Cases
- Catching bugs and security vulnerabilities before merge
- Enforcing code style and architectural consistency
- Reviewing PRs for performance and maintainability
- Generating detailed code review comments
Example Prompts
System Prompt (30 words)
Draft or update the background/introduction section based on literature in .research/literature/. Use when the user types /write_background, after completing literature review, or when background.md is empty but literature files exist.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Write Background?
Write Background is a free code review & quality skill for AI coding agents. Draft or update the background/introduction section based on literature in .research/literature/. Use when the user types /write_background, after completing literature review, or when background.md is empty but literature files exist.. It provides a specialized system prompt that configures your agent with code review & quality expertise.
How do I use Write Background with Claude Code?
Run npx playbooks add skill braselog/researchassistant --skill write-background in your terminal to install Write Background into your Claude Code session. It works immediately after installation.
Which AI coding agents work with Write Background?
Write Background is compatible with Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Windsurf, OpenClaw, Cline, and any AI agent that supports custom system prompts or .cursorrules files.
Is Write Background free to use?
Yes, Write Background is completely free and open source. The full source is available on GitHub at https://github.com/braselog/researchassistant/tree/main/.ra/skills/write-background. You only need a subscription to the AI agent you use it with.
