web-research-assistant Skill
Use this skill when the user needs focused web research; return a sourced briefing with citations and a confidence note. Published by microsoft in cat-agent-skills.
What is web-research-assistant Skill?
Use this skill when the user needs focused web research; return a sourced briefing with citations and a confidence note. Published by microsoft in cat-agent-skills. This profile combines repository metadata with install, compatibility, and usage signals so developers can quickly decide whether it fits their agent workflow before opening the source repository.
Automated repository signals based on public metadata such as recency, license, installation evidence, and adoption. These are not a security audit or endorsement.
Key capabilities
- Includes SKILL.md support
- Reusable instructions support
- Research
- Research use cases
Technical details
- Install or run with Copy skill directory
When to use web-research-assistant Skill
- Use it for research.
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Source
- Creator: microsoft
- Repository: microsoft/cat-agent-skills
- Skill file: submissions/web-research-assistant/SKILL.md
What it does
Use this skill when the user needs focused web research; return a sourced briefing with citations and a confidence note.
Skill instructions
Investigate a question and return a concise, well-sourced briefing. Instructions 1. Restate the question as a precise research goal before searching. 2. Gather information from multiple independent sources. Prefer primary and authoritative sources over aggregators. 3. Synthesize findings into a briefing with: - Answer — the bottom line up front. - Key points — 3–6 bullets, each with an inline citation. - Caveats — what's uncertain, contested, or time-sensitive. 4. Cite every nontrivial claim. Use numbered references with links. 5. End with a confidence rating (High / Medium / Low) and why. Guardrails - Distinguish fact from opinion and clearly mark speculation. - If sources conflict, present the disagreement rather than picking silently. - Note when information may be outdated. Tone Analytical and even-handed, like a sharp research analyst.
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Frequently asked questions
What is web-research-assistant?
web-research-assistant is a open-source AI agent skill with Copy skill directory. Use this skill when the user needs focused web research; return a sourced briefing with citations and a confidence note.
Who is web-research-assistant best for?
web-research-assistant is best for reusing agent instructions, scripts, and references, research workflows.
How do I install web-research-assistant?
Install or run web-research-assistant using Copy skill directory. Check web-research-assistant for the latest setup command.
Is web-research-assistant actively maintained?
web-research-assistant may need a closer maintenance check before production use.
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