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DocuMCP Research Documentation

This directory contains comprehensive research planning and findings for the DocuMCP project implementation phase.

Research Structure​

📋 Master Research Questions​

🏗️ Research Domains​

DomainFocus AreaQuestionsPriority
Domain 1MCP Server Architecture7 questionsHIGH
Domain 2Repository Analysis Engine7 questionsHIGH
Domain 3SSG Recommendation Engine7 questionsHIGH
Domain 4Diataxis Framework Integration6 questionsMEDIUM
Domain 5GitHub Pages Deployment9 questionsHIGH
Domain 6MCP Tools API Design8 questionsHIGH
Cross-DomainSystem Integration5 questionsMEDIUM

Research Execution Phases​

🚀 Phase 1: Critical Path (Week 1)​

Priority: CRITICAL - Foundation enabling
Focus: Core architecture and performance validation

  • Q1.1: TypeScript MCP SDK Performance Characteristics
  • Q2.1: Multi-layered Analysis Performance
  • Q3.1: Multi-Criteria Decision Algorithm Validation
  • Q5.1: SSG-Specific Workflow Performance

⚡ Phase 2: High Priority Foundation (Week 1-2)​

Priority: HIGH - Implementation prerequisites
Focus: Core capabilities and integration patterns

  • Q1.2: Node.js Memory Management
  • Q1.3: MCP Tool Orchestration Patterns
  • Q2.2: Language Ecosystem Detection Accuracy
  • Q3.2: SSG Capability Profiling Methodology
  • Q5.2: Advanced Caching Strategies
  • Q6.1: Tool Parameter Schema Optimization

🔧 Phase 3: Integration & Optimization (Week 2-3)​

Priority: MEDIUM-HIGH - System integration
Focus: Component integration and optimization

  • Q4.1: Automated Content Structure Generation
  • Q5.3: Build Failure Diagnosis and Recovery
  • Q6.3: Error Handling and User Guidance
  • Q7.1: Complete Workflow Orchestration

🎯 Phase 4: Advanced Features (Week 3-4)​

Priority: MEDIUM - Enhancement and validation
Focus: Advanced capabilities and quality assurance

  • Q3.3: Confidence Score Calibration
  • Q4.2: Content Planning Intelligence
  • Q5.5: Workflow Security Best Practices
  • Q7.4: Integration Testing Strategies

Research Methodology​

📊 Research Approaches​

  1. Literature Review: Systematic analysis of existing solutions
  2. Prototype Development: Small-scale validation implementations
  3. Performance Testing: Quantitative benchmarking and analysis
  4. Expert Consultation: Domain expert validation and feedback
  5. Community Research: Best practices and community feedback analysis

✅ Success Criteria Framework​

Each research question includes:

  • Quantitative Metrics: Measurable success criteria (e.g., "<30 seconds analysis time")
  • Qualitative Assessments: Expert validation requirements (e.g., ">85% expert agreement")
  • Risk Mitigation: Identified risks and mitigation strategies
  • Implementation Guidance: Actionable development recommendations

📈 Progress Tracking​

  • Weekly Status Reports: Domain-specific progress updates
  • Risk Register: Ongoing risk identification and mitigation tracking
  • Decision Log: Research-based architectural and implementation decisions
  • Implementation Readiness: Regular assessment of development readiness

Research Quality Standards​

🔍 Validation Requirements​

  • Peer Review: All findings reviewed by team members
  • Expert Validation: Critical decisions validated by external experts
  • Prototype Validation: Key approaches tested through working implementations
  • Documentation Standards: Comprehensive documentation of methodology and findings

📝 Documentation Requirements​

Each research outcome includes:

  • Executive Summary: Key findings and recommendations
  • Detailed Analysis: Comprehensive methodology and results
  • Implementation Recommendations: Specific development guidance
  • Risk Assessment: Identified risks and mitigation strategies
  • Follow-up Actions: Additional research or validation needs

Using This Research Framework​

🎯 For Researchers​

  1. Start with Phase 1: Critical path questions enable all other research
  2. Follow Dependencies: Each question lists prerequisite research
  3. Document Systematically: Use provided templates and standards
  4. Validate Findings: Apply success criteria and validation requirements

👨‍💻 For Developers​

  1. Review Findings: Check domain folders for completed research
  2. Follow Recommendations: Implement based on research guidance
  3. Track Decisions: Use decision log for implementation choices
  4. Validate Implementation: Apply research-based validation criteria

📋 For Project Managers​

  1. Monitor Progress: Use tracking templates for status updates
  2. Manage Risks: Monitor risk register and mitigation progress
  3. Plan Implementation: Use readiness assessments for development planning
  4. Coordinate Reviews: Ensure peer and expert validation completion

Directory Usage​

📁 Domain Directories​

Each domain directory should contain:

  • research-progress.md: Current progress and findings
  • key-findings.md: Summary of critical discoveries
  • implementation-recommendations.md: Development guidance
  • risks-and-mitigations.md: Risk analysis and strategies
  • validation-results.md: Testing and validation outcomes

📄 File Naming Conventions​

  • Research findings: finding-YYYY-MM-DD-topic.md
  • Progress updates: progress-YYYY-MM-DD.md
  • Risk assessments: risk-assessment-YYYY-MM-DD.md
  • Decision records: decision-YYYY-MM-DD-topic.md

Research Success Metrics​

📊 Overall Project Metrics​

  • Research Completion: 47 questions across 6 domains
  • Critical Path Coverage: 6 foundation-enabling questions
  • Risk Mitigation: Comprehensive risk identification and mitigation
  • Implementation Readiness: Validated technical feasibility

⏰ Timeline Expectations​

  • Week 1: Critical path validation (25% completion)
  • Week 2: Foundation research (60% completion)
  • Week 3: Integration research (85% completion)
  • Week 4: Advanced features and validation (100% completion)

🎯 Quality Targets​

  • Research Depth: Comprehensive analysis for all high-priority questions
  • Validation Coverage: Expert validation for all critical decisions
  • Risk Mitigation: Identified mitigation strategies for all high-risk areas
  • Implementation Guidance: Actionable recommendations for all research areas

Research Framework Status: ✅ Complete and Ready for Execution
Total Research Questions: 47 across 6 domains
Critical Path Questions: 6 questions requiring immediate attention
Estimated Duration: 4 weeks systematic research
Success Framework: Quantitative and qualitative validation criteria

This research framework provides the systematic foundation needed for confident implementation of the DocuMCP project, ensuring all ADR decisions are validated and implementation risks are identified and mitigated.