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Run semantic web and LinkedIn searches via Exa.ai endpoints.

7|3|Updated Jan 20, 2026
Search Tags:#semantic search#citations#exa#websets#company research#linkedin discovery#research api
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npx skills add https://github.com/SantaJordan/CTOx --skill exa-santajordan
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: exa
Source: https://github.com/SantaJordan/CTOx/tree/main/skills/exa
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/SantaJordan/CTOx --skill exa-santajordan

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Exa automates semantic web discovery and research so you can rapidly find relevant people and companies, synthesize sourced answers, and build targeted lists without keyword-chasing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Semantic discovery for web and LinkedIn: Use meaning-based search to find profiles and companies, including LinkedIn category/path targeting.
  • Sourced answers with citations: Use the answer endpoint for quick factual responses backed by retrieved sources.
  • Async deep research and list building: Use the Research API (research/v1) to run multi-step investigations and return reports or structured JSON.
  • Competitor discovery and entity monitoring: Use findSimilar for related pages and Websets for building and monitoring entity lists.

Quick Start

Run an Exa semantic company research query by asking for a sourced overview of a specific company and optionally requesting a targeted segment or competitors.

Frequently Asked Questions about exa

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I find LinkedIn profiles using semantic search?▼

Semantic search finds LinkedIn profiles by matching meaning rather than exact keywords. You query the Exa /search endpoint with LinkedIn category targeting to discover relevant profiles without relying on boolean strings.

What's the best way to discover competitor companies from a website URL?▼

Competitor discovery from a website URL uses the Exa findSimilar endpoint to locate related pages. You provide a target company URL and the API returns semantically similar pages, enabling rapid competitor mapping without manual research.

Can I generate sourced answers with citations from web research?▼

Generating sourced answers with citations uses the Exa /answer endpoint to return factual responses backed by retrieved web sources. This grounds answers in verifiable links rather than unattributed model text.

How do I build and monitor targeted entity lists asynchronously?▼

Building and monitoring targeted entity lists uses Exa Websets and the Research API (research/v1) for asynchronous multi-step investigations. You receive structured JSON or reports, allowing large-scale list building without blocking your workflow.

Does Exa require specific date formatting for reliable search results?▼

Exa requires ISO-8601 date formatting for reliable search results when querying its endpoints. Using correct parameters like ISO-8601 dates ensures citation-grounded outputs and prevents malformed queries across the /search and /contents APIs.

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