web-research

Identify and summarize current external information with precise citations.

Updated Mar 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ReadyStateChange/agents --skill web-research-readystatechange
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: web-research
Source: https://github.com/ReadyStateChange/agents/tree/main/skills/web-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ReadyStateChange/agents --skill web-research-readystatechange

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users obtain up-to-date external information and official documentation with proper citation, reducing guesswork and outdated conclusions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Gather official docs, standards, and API references with verifiable sources.
  • Compare multiple sources and note recency, versions, and context.
  • Use Case: When integrating a third-party API, fetch the official docs and compare endpoint behavior across versions.

Quick Start

Ask a question with a timeframe or version, and let the agent fetch current official docs with citations to answer.

Frequently Asked Questions about web-research

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I research current official documentation with citations for API endpoints?

To research current official documentation with citations, specify your API endpoint query and version. The agent fetches verifiable official docs, compares endpoint behavior across versions, and returns precise source-backed facts with link-rich citations.

Can I compare multiple sources and versions when fetching official docs?

Yes, you can compare multiple sources and versions when fetching official docs. The agent identifies external information, compares recency across sources, notes version context, and returns concise, link-rich answers with explicit citations.

What is the best way to summarize external information with verifiable sources?

The best way to summarize external information with verifiable sources is to ask a question with a specific timeframe or version. The agent gathers official docs and standards, returning purely source-backed facts with notes for uncertainty.

Does this web research approach work for versioned standards and libraries?

Yes, this web research approach works for versioned standards and libraries. It applies to domains with versioned or dated context, fetching current external information and official documentation to return precise citations and reduce outdated conclusions.

How do I get up-to-date external information and avoid outdated conclusions?

To get up-to-date external information and avoid outdated conclusions, provide a question with a timeframe. The agent fetches current official docs with proper citation, reducing guesswork by returning purely source-backed facts.

What are the limitations of using web research for source-backed facts?

A limitation of using web research for source-backed facts is that it relies on existing external information and official documentation. It returns notes for uncertainty when sources lack clear recency or versioned context, avoiding fabricated conclusions.