Agent skill
web-research
Conduct comprehensive web research on any topic using available MCP tools including Perplexity for current information, Playwright for web automation, and DeepWiki for encyclopedia-style content. Use when users request research, information gathering, or need to investigate a topic.
Install this agent skill to your Project
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SKILL.md
Web Research
Automated research workflow using multiple MCP servers to gather comprehensive information.
When to Use This Skill
Use when users:
- Request research on any topic
- Need current information or latest developments
- Want to investigate a specific subject in depth
- Ask for multiple perspectives or sources
- Need to verify facts or gather evidence
Instructions
When conducting web research:
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Use Perplexity for current, up-to-date information
- Search for recent news and developments
- Get multiple perspectives on the topic
- Find statistical data and trends
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Use Playwright if you need to:
- Navigate to specific websites
- Extract structured data from web pages
- Interact with web applications
- Take screenshots of relevant content
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Use DeepWiki for:
- Encyclopedia-style comprehensive overviews
- Historical context and background
- Technical definitions and explanations
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Synthesize findings:
- Combine information from multiple sources
- Present clear, structured responses
- Cite sources when possible
- Highlight key findings and insights
Examples
- "Research the latest developments in AI safety"
- "Find information about renewable energy trends in 2025"
- "Investigate the history and current state of the MCP protocol"
- "What are the best practices for Docker deployment?"
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