get-code-context-exa
Code context using Exa. Finds real snippets and docs from GitHub, StackOverflow, and technical docs. Use when searching for code examples, API syntax, library documentation, or debugging help.
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Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/exa-labs/exa-mcp-server --skill get-code-context-exa- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads get-code-context-exa automatically when relevant.
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Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.
SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
Code Context (Exa)
Tool Restriction (Critical)
ONLY use get_code_context_exa. Do NOT use other Exa tools.
Token Isolation (Critical)
Never run Exa in main context. Always spawn Task agents:
- Agent calls
get_code_context_exa - Agent extracts the minimum viable snippet(s) + constraints
- Agent deduplicates near-identical results (mirrors, forks, repeated StackOverflow answers) before presenting
- Agent returns copyable snippets + brief explanation
- Main context stays clean regardless of search volume
When to Use
Use this tool for ANY programming-related request:
- API usage and syntax
- SDK/library examples
- config and setup patterns
- framework "how to" questions
- debugging when you need authoritative snippets
Inputs (Supported)
get_code_context_exa supports:
query(string, required)tokensNum(number, optional; default ~5000; typical range 1000–50000)
Query Writing Patterns (High Signal)
To reduce irrelevant results and cross-language noise:
- Always include the programming language in the query.
- Example: use "Go generics" instead of just "generics".
- When applicable, also include framework + version (e.g., "Next.js 14", "React 19", "Python 3.12").
- Include exact identifiers (function/class names, config keys, error messages) when you have them.
Dynamic Tuning
Token strategy:
- Focused snippet needed → tokensNum 1000–3000
- Most tasks → tokensNum 5000
- Complex integration → tokensNum 10000–20000
- Only go larger when necessary (avoid dumping large context)
Output Format (Recommended)
Return:
- Best minimal working snippet(s) (keep it copy/paste friendly)
- Notes on version / constraints / gotchas
- Sources (URLs if present in returned context)
Before presenting:
- Deduplicate similar results and keep only the best representative snippet per approach.
MCP Configuration
{
"servers": {
"exa": {
"type": "http",
"url": "https://mcp.exa.ai/mcp?tools=get_code_context_exa"
}
}
}
FAQ
What does the get-code-context-exa skill do?
Code context using Exa. Finds real snippets and docs from GitHub, StackOverflow, and technical docs. Use when searching for code examples, API syntax, library documentation, or debugging help.
How do I install get-code-context-exa?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/exa-labs/exa-mcp-server --skill get-code-context-exa in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/get-code-context-exa/ (personal) or .claude/skills/get-code-context-exa/ (project).
Which AI agents can use get-code-context-exa?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is get-code-context-exa safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains get-code-context-exa?
It is published by exa-labs in exa-labs/exa-mcp-server. It has 49 recorded installs.
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