deep-research

Perform multi-source research and generate a citation-rich markdown report.

1|Updated Mar 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/xxih/ai-harness-zh --skill deep-research-xxih
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: deep-research
Source: https://github.com/xxih/ai-harness-zh/tree/main/references/translations/everything-claude-code/docs/zh-CN/skills/deep-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/xxih/ai-harness-zh --skill deep-research-xxih

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It eliminates the need for manual web searches and source compilation when users require thorough, citation‑rich research on any topic.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi‑source Search: Leverages firecrawl and exa MCP tools to gather information from web pages, news, and academic sources.
  • Structured Reporting: Produces a markdown report with inline citations, executive summary, and actionable insights.
  • Use Cases: Competitive analysis, market sizing, technical feasibility studies, or due‑diligence investigations.

Quick Start

Ask the deep‑research skill to produce a cited report on the requested topic.

Frequently Asked Questions about deep-research

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a citation-rich research report from multiple web sources?

To generate a citation-rich research report, you need a tool that automates multi-source web scraping and content compilation. This Skill uses firecrawl and exa to search academic and web sources, structuring findings into a markdown report with inline citations.

What's the best way to automate due diligence research across news and academic databases?

Automating due diligence research requires querying diverse information streams simultaneously. By leveraging exa and firecrawl MCP tools, this Skill extracts data from news, academic sources, and web pages to produce comprehensive due diligence reports with actionable insights.

Do I need firecrawl and exa MCP tools configured to run multi-source research?

Yes, firecrawl and exa MCP tools must be configured in your environment to run multi-source research. These dependencies are required for the Skill to execute web searches, scrape page content, and compile the final citation-backed research findings.

Can I use this approach for technical feasibility studies and market analysis?

Yes, you can use this multi-source research approach for technical feasibility studies and market analysis. The Skill is designed to apply comprehensive web, news, and academic information gathering to assess markets, evaluate technologies, and compile structured findings.

How does multi-source research compile inline citations into a structured markdown report?

Multi-source research compiles inline citations by scraping content from various web pages and academic databases, then mapping each extracted fact to its origin. The process outputs a structured markdown report featuring an executive summary and actionable insights.

What are the limitations of using automated scraping for competitive analysis research?

Automated scraping for competitive analysis research is limited by the accessibility of source pages and the depth of firecrawl and exa search results. It relies entirely on the configured MCP tools to gather and extract publicly available web and academic information.