feat: Add Deep Research System v4.2.0 - Autonomous web research capabilities ## Overview Comprehensive implementation of Deep Research framework aligned with DR Agent architecture, enabling autonomous, adaptive, and intelligent web research capabilities. ## Key Features ### 🔬 Deep Research Agent - 15th specialized agent for comprehensive research orchestration - Adaptive planning strategies: Planning-Only, Intent-Planning, Unified Intent-Planning - Multi-hop reasoning with genealogy tracking (up to 5 hops) - Self-reflective mechanisms with confidence scoring (0.0-1.0) - Case-based learning for cross-session intelligence ### 🎯 New /sc:research Command - Intelligent web research with depth control (quick/standard/deep/exhaustive) - Parallel-first execution for optimal performance - Domain filtering and time-based search options - Automatic report generation in claudedocs/ ### 🔍 Tavily MCP Integration - 7th MCP server for real-time web search - News search with time filtering - Content extraction from search results - Multi-round searching with iterative refinement - Free tier available with optional API key ### 🎨 MODE_DeepResearch - 7th behavioral mode for systematic investigation - 6-phase workflow: Understand → Plan → TodoWrite → Execute → Track → Validate - Evidence-based reasoning with citation management - Parallel operation defaults for efficiency ## Technical Changes ### Framework Updates - Updated agent count: 14 → 15 agents - Updated mode count: 6 → 7 modes - Updated MCP server count: 6 → 7 servers - Updated command count: 24 → 25 commands ### Configuration - Added RESEARCH_CONFIG.md for research settings - Added deep_research_workflows.md with examples - Standardized file naming conventions (UPPERCASE for Core) - Removed multi-source investigation features for simplification ### Integration Points - Enhanced MCP component with remote server support - Added check_research_prerequisites() in environment.py - Created verify_research_integration.sh script - Updated all documentation guides ## Requirements - TAVILY_API_KEY environment variable (free tier available) - Node.js and npm for Tavily MCP execution ## Documentation - Complete user guide integration - Workflow examples and best practices - API configuration instructions - Depth level explanations 🤖 Generated with Claude Code Co-authored-by: moshe_anconina <moshe_a@ituran.com> Co-authored-by: Claude <noreply@anthropic.com>
🚀 SuperClaude Framework
Transform Claude Code into a Structured Development Platform
Quick Start • Support • Features • Docs • Contributing
📊 Framework Statistics
| Commands | Agents | Modes | MCP Servers |
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| 25 | 15 | 7 | 7 |
| Slash Commands | Specialized AI | Behavioral | Integrations |
Use the new /sc:help command to see a full list of all available commands.
🎯 Overview
SuperClaude is a meta-programming configuration framework that transforms Claude Code into a structured development platform through behavioral instruction injection and component orchestration. It provides systematic workflow automation with powerful tools and intelligent agents.
Disclaimer
This project is not affiliated with or endorsed by Anthropic.
Claude Code is a product built and maintained by Anthropic.
⚡ Quick Installation
Choose Your Installation Method
| Method | Command | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 🐍 pipx | pipx install SuperClaude && pipx upgrade SuperClaude && SuperClaude install |
✅ Recommended - Linux/macOS |
| 📦 pip | pip install SuperClaude && pip upgrade SuperClaude && SuperClaude install |
Traditional Python environments |
| 🌐 npm | npm install -g @bifrost_inc/superclaude && superclaude install |
Cross-platform, Node.js users |
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Upgrading from SuperClaude V3
If you have SuperClaude V3 installed, you SHOULD uninstall it before installing V4:
# Uninstall V3 first
Remove all related files and directories :
*.md *.json and commands/
# Then install V4
pipx install SuperClaude && pipx upgrade SuperClaude && SuperClaude install
✅ What gets preserved during upgrade:
- ✓ Your custom slash commands (outside
commands/sc/) - ✓ Your custom content in
CLAUDE.md - ✓ Claude Code's
.claude.json,.credentials.json,settings.jsonandsettings.local.json - ✓ Any custom agents and files you've added
⚠️ Note: Other SuperClaude-related .json files from V3 may cause conflicts and should be removed.
💡 Troubleshooting PEP 668 Errors
# Option 1: Use pipx (Recommended)
pipx install SuperClaude
# Option 2: User installation
pip install --user SuperClaude
# Option 3: Force installation (use with caution)
pip install --break-system-packages SuperClaude
💖 Support the Project
Hey, let's be real - maintaining SuperClaude takes time and resources.
The Claude Max subscription alone runs $100/month for testing, and that's before counting the hours spent on documentation, bug fixes, and feature development. If you're finding value in SuperClaude for your daily work, consider supporting the project. Even a few dollars helps cover the basics and keeps development active.
Every contributor matters, whether through code, feedback, or support. Thanks for being part of this community! 🙏
☕ Ko-fiOne-time contributions |
🎯 PatreonMonthly support |
💜 GitHubFlexible tiers |
Your Support Enables:
| Item | Cost/Impact |
|---|---|
| 🔬 Claude Max Testing | $100/month for validation & testing |
| ⚡ Feature Development | New capabilities & improvements |
| 📚 Documentation | Comprehensive guides & examples |
| 🤝 Community Support | Quick issue responses & help |
| 🔧 MCP Integration | Testing new server connections |
| 🌐 Infrastructure | Hosting & deployment costs |
Note: No pressure though - the framework stays open source regardless. Just knowing people use and appreciate it is motivating. Contributing code, documentation, or spreading the word helps too! 🙏
🎉 What's New in V4
Version 4 brings significant improvements based on community feedback and real-world usage patterns.
🤖 Smarter Agent System15 specialized agents with domain expertise:
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📝 Improved Namespace
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🔧 MCP Server Integration7 powerful servers working together:
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🎯 Behavioral Modes7 adaptive modes for different contexts:
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⚡ Optimized PerformanceSmaller framework, bigger projects:
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📚 Documentation OverhaulComplete rewrite for developers:
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🔬 Deep Research Capabilities
Autonomous Web Research Aligned with DR Agent Architecture
SuperClaude v4.2 introduces comprehensive Deep Research capabilities, enabling autonomous, adaptive, and intelligent web research.
🎯 Adaptive PlanningThree intelligent strategies:
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🔄 Multi-Hop ReasoningUp to 5 iterative searches:
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📊 Quality ScoringConfidence-based validation:
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🧠 Case-Based LearningCross-session intelligence:
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Research Command Usage
# Basic research with automatic depth
/sc:research "latest AI developments 2024"
# Controlled research depth
/sc:research "quantum computing breakthroughs" --depth exhaustive
# Specific strategy selection
/sc:research "market analysis" --strategy planning-only
# Domain-filtered research
/sc:research "React patterns" --domains "reactjs.org,github.com"
Research Depth Levels
| Depth | Sources | Hops | Time | Best For |
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| Quick | 5-10 | 1 | ~2min | Quick facts, simple queries |
| Standard | 10-20 | 3 | ~5min | General research (default) |
| Deep | 20-40 | 4 | ~8min | Comprehensive analysis |
| Exhaustive | 40+ | 5 | ~10min | Academic-level research |
Integrated Tool Orchestration
The Deep Research system intelligently coordinates multiple tools:
- Tavily MCP: Primary web search and discovery
- Playwright MCP: Complex content extraction
- Sequential MCP: Multi-step reasoning and synthesis
- Serena MCP: Memory and learning persistence
- Context7 MCP: Technical documentation lookup
📚 Documentation
Complete Guide to SuperClaude
| 🚀 Getting Started | 📖 User Guides | 🛠️ Developer Resources | 📋 Reference |
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- 📓 [**Examples Cookbook**](Docs/Reference/examples-cookbook.md)
*Real-world recipes*
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🤝 Contributing
Join the SuperClaude Community
We welcome contributions of all kinds! Here's how you can help:
| Priority | Area | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 📝 High | Documentation | Improve guides, add examples, fix typos |
| 🔧 High | MCP Integration | Add server configs, test integrations |
| 🎯 Medium | Workflows | Create command patterns & recipes |
| 🧪 Medium | Testing | Add tests, validate features |
| 🌐 Low | i18n | Translate docs to other languages |
🚀 Built with passion by the SuperClaude community
Made with ❤️ for developers who push boundaries