Introduction
In this guide, you’ll learn how to build an agent that scrapes data from Google to provide you with answers quickly. This is a great starting point for learning how to create agents and potentially earn money by developing them at an advanced level. Let’s dive into building a Google scraping agent!
What is an Agent?
Defining an Agent
An agent is like a person who does work for you. For example, a real estate agent finds houses for you, saving you time and effort. In AI, agents work similarly, automating tasks and providing results in return for a fee.
Agent Complexity
Agent workflows can range from simple to complex. We’ll focus on a simple approach to make it easy for beginners to understand.
N8N: Your Agent Building Platform
What is N8N?
N8N is a web app that helps you summarize your agent workflow in one panel. It’s an agent creation workflow building platform where you can quickly create agents.
N8N Interface
N8N offers both cloud-based and local system models. The cloud-based option is recommended for beginners because the local system can have issues like hallucination or stopping when the power goes out.
Getting Started with N8N
When you register a new account, you get 1000 free executions. There’s also a 14-day trial, so you can try it out completely. Focus on learning rather than immediately trying to sell agents to clients.
Creating Your First Agent Workflow
Adding a Project
In N8N, start by adding a new project. For example, name it “YouTube Testing Agents” and save it.
Workflow Basics
Within the project, you’ll find options like credentials (where you store API keys), executions (history of workflow runs), and project settings.
Starting from Scratch
Begin with a blank workflow. Don’t worry if the interface seems confusing at first. We’ll go through it step by step.
Setting Up the Chat Trigger
Adding a Chat Trigger
Tap on the add button and select a chat trigger. This allows you to test your agent by chatting with it. You can integrate platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, or your website later.
Testing with Chat
Use the chat feature to test your agent while learning, so you can understand how the workflow is progressing.
Integrating AI and APIs
Adding an AI Agent
Add an AI agent to your workflow. This agent will use APIs to fetch data from Google and provide answers.
Connecting the Chat Trigger
Connect the chat trigger node to the AI agent. This creates a flow where user input triggers the agent.
Configuring the AI Agent
Chat Model: Open AI
In the chat model settings, add Open AI (Chat GPT). This requires an API key, which you can obtain from the Open AI Dashboard.
API Keys
An API key is a token that allows your agent to use Open AI’s software. Keep your API key safe, as it’s sensitive information.
Memory and Tools
Add memory to your agent to keep a history of the chat. Also, include a calculator tool to handle questions that require calculations.
Serpent API Integration
What is Serpent API?
Serpent API can go to Google and scrape data in real time. It’s useful for SEO, local SEO, voice assistants, price monitoring, and travel information.
Why Serpent API?
Serpent API provides accurate, real-time access to Google, avoiding the potentially incorrect results from GPT. Sign up for a free plan to get started.
Adding Serpent API to N8N
Add the Serpent API Google Search to your workflow. You’ll need to create new credentials and paste your Serpent API key.
Testing Your Agent
Open Chat
Open the chat window and enter a query, such as “best restaurants for sushi in Pune India.” The agent will run, fetch data from Google, and provide results.
Refining Queries
You can refine your queries by adding specific options like country, devices, or language in the Serpent API settings.
Conclusion
Congratulations! You’ve created a simplified agent that scrapes Google and provides data. Test and experiment with different queries to see how it works. In the next video, we’ll explore creating a rag agent that gives answers based on your database, which is very useful in various businesses.
This article was created using VideoBlogify, a tool that turns your YouTube videos into SEO-optimized blog posts in just a few minutes. Save hours of writing, reach a wider audience with content in any language, and boost your blog’s visibility on search engines—all with one click.
Join the Wailist to get early access Discount!!
This is the original video!!