parags/deep-research-pro
Overview
This skill is a multi-source deep research agent that searches the web, synthesizes findings, and produces cited reports without requiring API keys. It uses DuckDuckGo searches and direct page fetching to prioritize academic, official, and reputable news sources. Reports include executive summaries, structured themes, key takeaways, and a full source list.
How this skill works
On request, the agent asks 1–2 quick clarifying questions, then breaks the topic into 3–5 sub-questions. For each sub-question it runs multiple DuckDuckGo web and news searches, fetches full text for key URLs, and reads 3–5 sources in depth. Finally, it synthesizes findings into a dated, cited report with methodology and confidence levels, saving the full report to a research folder and delivering the summary or full file as appropriate.
When to use it
- When you need a thorough, cited research briefing on a specific topic
- Before making a strategic decision that requires cross-checked sources
- When writing articles, whitepapers, or policy briefs that need references
- To monitor current events and assemble a multi-source situational report
- When you want research without relying on paid API keys
Best practices
- Start by stating the goal and preferred depth so the agent can scope sub-questions
- Request specific angles or date ranges to prioritize recent sources (last 12 months)
- Ask for the full report file for long topics; accept an executive summary for quick reviews
- Require source counts and confidence level; flag single-source claims as unverified
- Use the saved report folder path to archive and version research outputs
Example use cases
- Deep research on the impact of AI in healthcare, with clinical outcomes and vendors
- Comparative analysis of Rust vs Go for backend services with performance citations
- Market and regulatory briefing for launching a fintech product in a new region
- Current-state report on energy technologies, citing recent papers and news
- Bootstrapping strategy research for a SaaS startup with funding and growth data
FAQ
No. The skill uses DuckDuckGo searches and direct page fetching, so no paid API keys are required.
How many sources will the report include?
Typical reports aim for 15–30 unique sources, prioritizing academic, official, and reputable news outlets; exact counts are listed in the report metadata.
Can I get a full file instead of the chat summary?
Yes. Short topics are delivered in-chat; long reports include an executive summary and the full report is saved to the research folder and offered as a file.
