| name | web-research |
| description | Conduct comprehensive web research on any topic using available MCP tools including Perplexity for current information, Playwright for web automation, and DeepWiki for encyclopedia-style content. Use when users request research, information gathering, or need to investigate a topic. |
Web Research
Automated research workflow using multiple MCP servers to gather comprehensive information.
When to Use This Skill
Use when users:
- Request research on any topic
- Need current information or latest developments
- Want to investigate a specific subject in depth
- Ask for multiple perspectives or sources
- Need to verify facts or gather evidence
Instructions
When conducting web research:
Use Perplexity for current, up-to-date information
- Search for recent news and developments
- Get multiple perspectives on the topic
- Find statistical data and trends
Use Playwright if you need to:
- Navigate to specific websites
- Extract structured data from web pages
- Interact with web applications
- Take screenshots of relevant content
Use DeepWiki for:
- Encyclopedia-style comprehensive overviews
- Historical context and background
- Technical definitions and explanations
Synthesize findings:
- Combine information from multiple sources
- Present clear, structured responses
- Cite sources when possible
- Highlight key findings and insights
Examples
- "Research the latest developments in AI safety"
- "Find information about renewable energy trends in 2025"
- "Investigate the history and current state of the MCP protocol"
- "What are the best practices for Docker deployment?"