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External Research

Search the web, fetch URLs, and query documentation APIs for version-aware technical details.

Updated Feb 25, 2026
Search Tags:#versioning#documentation#research#api#verification#web search#context7
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MaizeCobra/agentic-setup --skill external-research-maizecobra
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: External Research
Source: https://github.com/MaizeCobra/agentic-setup/tree/main/.opencode/skills/external-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MaizeCobra/agentic-setup --skill external-research-maizecobra

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the critical issue of relying on outdated or inaccurate information from Large Language Model memory, which can lead to deprecated APIs, version mismatches, security vulnerabilities, and subtle bugs. It ensures all external knowledge is gathered from authoritative sources, properly validated, version-aware, and correctly cited.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Authoritative Documentation Gathering: Utilizes web search, URL fetching, and specialized documentation APIs (like Context7 MCP) to find and read official documentation, changelogs, and security advisories.
  • Version-Aware Research: Emphasizes finding and using information specific to the target versions of libraries and frameworks.
  • Use Case: Before implementing a new feature using a specific library version (e.g., FastAPI 0.110), this Skill will systematically research its authentication mechanisms, API signatures, and best practices, documenting all findings with direct citations to official sources.

Quick Start

Use the external research skill to find and document the official API for implementing JWT authentication in FastAPI version 0.110.

Frequently Asked Questions about External Research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I verify external API documentation to prevent version mismatches?▼

To verify external API documentation and prevent version mismatches, use web search, URL fetching, and documentation API queries to gather authoritative, version-aware information directly from official sources.

Why does my LLM suggest deprecated APIs and how can I find current best practices?▼

Your LLM suggests deprecated APIs due to knowledge cutoffs; find current best practices by querying specialized documentation APIs and fetching official changelogs to validate technical details.

What is the best way to research FastAPI version specific authentication mechanisms?▼

The best way to research FastAPI version specific authentication mechanisms is to query official documentation APIs and web sources, ensuring all API signatures and best practices are validated and cited for that target version.

Can I use Context7 to gather official library changelogs and security advisories?▼

Yes, you can use Context7 to gather official library changelogs and security advisories by employing it as a specialized documentation API to fetch authoritative, version-aware information from official sources.

How do I document external research findings with direct citations to official sources?▼

To document external research findings with direct citations, systematically gather details through web search and URL fetching, then record the verified information alongside its official source link for reliable software maintenance.

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