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Research Assistant

Create AI agents that search the web and synthesize information from multiple sources.

This example demonstrates how to build a research assistant that can search the web, gather information from multiple sources, and synthesize comprehensive answers.

Example Workflow

Here's an example of a research assistant workflow that searches and synthesizes information:

Research assistant workflow showing query, web search, information synthesis, and response nodes

Key Features

  • Web Search: Search the internet for real-time information on any topic
  • Multi-Source Aggregation: Gather information from multiple web sources
  • Information Synthesis: Combine and analyze information from different sources
  • Source Attribution: Provide citations and links to original sources
  • Comprehensive Answers: Generate detailed responses based on multiple data points

Workflow Components

  1. QueryNode: Captures research questions and topics
  2. WebSearchNode: Searches the web for relevant information
  3. ContentExtractionNode: Extracts and processes content from web pages
  4. MergeNode: Combines information from multiple sources
  5. LanguageModelNode: Synthesizes information into comprehensive answers
  6. ResponseNode: Returns the research findings with source citations

Use Cases

  • Research current events and news topics
  • Gather information about products and services
  • Compare information from multiple sources
  • Stay updated on industry trends and developments
  • Answer questions requiring up-to-date information

Configuration Tips

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Web Search Configuration:
  - Configure search API (Google, Bing, etc.)
  - Set number of results to retrieve
  - Filter by date, domain, or language

Content Extraction:
  - Set up web scraping parameters
  - Configure content cleaning and filtering
  - Handle different content formats

Information Synthesis:
  - Configure how to combine multiple sources
  - Set up fact-checking and verification
  - Define citation format

Response Generation:
  - Use prompts that emphasize synthesis
  - Include source attribution requirements
  - Configure response length and detail level

Best Practices

  • Use multiple search queries to get comprehensive coverage
  • Filter and rank sources by reliability and relevance
  • Cross-reference information from multiple sources
  • Always provide source citations for transparency
  • Handle cases where information is conflicting or unavailable

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