freesearch

Query the Exa API directly to research topics and save reports.

Updated Nov 22, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Khamel83/oneshot --skill freesearch
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: freesearch
Source: https://github.com/Khamel83/oneshot/tree/main/archive/v9/skills/freesearch
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Khamel83/oneshot --skill freesearch

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

TRULY FREE research via Exa API - zero Claude tokens. Uses Exa directly, no Gemini CLI wrapper.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Direct API calls via curl to Exa for search results without token burn.
  • Auto-creates and updates docs/research files in the project to track progress.
  • Returns final report with executive summary and sources.

Quick Start

Ask your question to start the Exa-based research workflow.

Frequently Asked Questions about freesearch

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform zero-token research using the Exa API?

Zero-token research via the Exa API uses direct curl calls to the search endpoint without Claude Code, fetching results and saving reports to your project's docs folder.

Do I need an API key to run Exa search queries for background research?

Yes, you need an Exa API key loaded from encrypted secrets to run Exa search queries for background research, topic exploration, and executive summaries.

Can I generate executive summaries for software projects without burning Claude tokens?

Yes, you can generate executive summaries without burning Claude tokens by querying the Exa API directly, which returns a final report with sources and saves it locally.

What is the best way to research project topics using direct API calls instead of an AI wrapper?

Querying the Exa API directly via curl is the best way to research project topics without an AI wrapper, automatically creating and updating docs files to track research progress.

Where does the Exa API research workflow store its final reports?

The Exa API research workflow stores final reports in the docs/research directory and returns the file path, ensuring your topic exploration results remain documented.