Research Agent
What it does
A Research Agent takes a question or brief and systematically searches multiple sources — web, databases, internal docs — synthesising findings into a structured report with citations. It can compare perspectives, flag contradictions, and update its findings as new information becomes available.
Common tools
How to build one
Identify the repetitive task — incoming emails, calendar events, or document requests — that will kick off your agent.
Pick an LLM that balances speed and quality. For most productivity tasks, a fast model like GPT-4o or Claude Haiku is sufficient.
Use APIs or platforms like Zapier and Make to connect your agent to email, calendar, and document apps.
Set up human-in-the-loop approval for high-stakes actions (sending emails, booking meetings) until you trust the agent's judgement.
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