documentation-lookup

Fetches up-to-date library, framework, and API documentation via Context7 MCP.

Updated Sep 13, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Sambalicious/express-typescript-starter --skill documentation-lookup-sambalicious
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: documentation-lookup
Source: https://github.com/Sambalicious/express-typescript-starter/tree/main/.agents/skills/documentation-lookup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Sambalicious/express-typescript-starter --skill documentation-lookup-sambalicious

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Fetches up-to-date library, framework, and API documentation via the Context7 MCP instead of relying on training data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Live documentation retrieval: use resolve-library-id and query-docs to fetch current docs for libraries and frameworks.
  • Accurate, up-to-date references: provide reliable API references and code examples directly from official docs.
  • Use cases include setup/configuration questions, API lookups, and framework references across supported ecosystems.

Quick Start

Ask for docs on a library, framework, or API and Context7 will resolve the library ID and fetch the relevant documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions about documentation-lookup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I fetch live documentation for a framework instead of using outdated training data?

Fetch live documentation by using Context7 MCP to resolve a library ID and query current official docs. This bypasses static training data, providing accurate, up-to-date API references and code examples directly from the source for supported ecosystems.

How do I get current API references and code examples for a specific library?

Get current API references by requesting docs for a specific library, which triggers the resolve-library-id and query-docs functions. This retrieves accurate setup configurations, API references, and code examples directly from official documentation sources.

Does Context7 work with setup and configuration questions for any framework?

Context7 works with setup and configuration questions by fetching live documentation for mentioned frameworks. It resolves the specific library ID and queries the official docs, supporting accurate references across various supported ecosystems.

What is the best way to look up official library docs during a coding session?

The best way to look up official library docs is querying Context7 to fetch live documentation. It resolves the library ID and retrieves current official documentation, ensuring accurate API references and code examples without relying on potentially outdated training data.

Are there limits to how many documentation lookups I can perform per question?

Documentation lookups are limited to three calls per question to prevent excessive queries. This constraint ensures efficient retrieval of live framework and API documentation via the Context7 MCP without overloading the system.

Why should I use live-docs retrieval over static training data for API references?

Use live-docs retrieval over static training data because it fetches the most current, official library and API documentation. Static training data can become outdated, whereas live retrieval via Context7 ensures accurate, up-to-date API references and code examples.