Perform zero-data-retention web searches via the Synthetic API with curl and jq.
npx skills add https://github.com/jpcaparas/skills --skill synthetic-search
Please help me install this Agent Skill. Skill: synthetic-search Source: https://github.com/jpcaparas/skills/tree/main/skills/synthetic-search Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jpcaparas/skills --skill synthetic-search
This Skill provides a streamlined approach to web search using the Synthetic API, offering curl and jq examples, quota checks, and a helper script for readable output, catering to users who need to perform zero-data-retention web searches efficiently.
Use the synthetic-search skill to perform a search for "AI development" and view the results in a readable format.
High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.
Perform a zero-data-retention web search by using curl to query the Synthetic API and piping the output to jq for structured parsing. This approach ensures no search data is retained while providing readable JSON responses directly in your terminal.
Check your Synthetic API search quota by running the provided quota check commands. The included Node.js helper script can also summarize current usage and limits, ensuring you stay within your API quota boundaries during web search workflows.
The Synthetic API search workflow does not strictly require Node.js to function, as core searches use curl and jq. Node.js is an optional dependency used only when you need the helper script for formatting readable search output and quota summaries.
You can use this Synthetic API approach for web searches without storing user data because it is specifically designed for zero-data-retention. It provides curl and jq examples that fetch search results directly without persisting query histories or user payloads.
Format Synthetic API web search results for readability by piping the curl JSON output through jq. Alternatively, execute the included Node.js helper script to automatically parse and display the search output and quota summaries in a structured format.
Limitations of using curl and jq for Synthetic API searches include manual handling of pagination and lacking built-in rate-limiting logic. Users must manually manage the SYNTHETIC_API_KEY and actively monitor API quota checks to avoid hitting request limits.
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