---
title: Research Project Map
id: template-research-project
created: "2026-07-21T00:00:00.000Z"
updated: "2026-07-21T00:00:00.000Z"
tags:
  - template
  - research
layout:
  direction: LR
---

# Research Project Map <!-- bloommd:id=research-root -->

A research map for turning questions, literature, evidence and findings into a navigable structure.

## Research Question <!-- bloommd:id=research-question -->

How can local-first Markdown tools improve understanding of complex written material without locking users into a proprietary workspace?

## Hypotheses <!-- bloommd:id=research-hypotheses -->

- Visual hierarchy reduces time-to-orientation in long documents.
- Users trust tools more when source files remain readable.
- Templates reduce first-session abandonment.

## Literature <!-- bloommd:id=research-literature -->

Collect papers, articles and prior art. Use short annotations for relevance, method and limitations.

## Methods <!-- bloommd:id=research-methods -->

- Interview Markdown-heavy users.
- Compare first-run behavior with and without templates.
- Run a small usability test on demo flow comprehension.

## Evidence <!-- bloommd:id=research-evidence -->

Evidence should link back to its source and note confidence level. Separate observation from interpretation.

## Findings <!-- bloommd:id=research-findings -->

Initial finding: users understand BloomMD faster when they see a domain-specific example before an empty canvas.

## Sources <!-- bloommd:id=research-sources -->

- Product analytics without document content.
- User interviews.
- Public feedback from GitHub, Reddit and Obsidian forums.

## Open Questions <!-- bloommd:id=research-open-questions -->

- Which templates produce the highest activation?
- Does drag-and-drop create confidence or fear in first sessions?
- What is the clearest privacy language for local Markdown processing?

## Next Steps <!-- bloommd:id=research-next-steps -->

- Publish six templates.
- Test demo with five users.
- Convert findings into launch copy.