FamilySearch Genealogy Skill

Two modes of operation:

1. Live API (primary) — Query FamilySearch directly for person search, pedigree, descendants, historical records
2. Offline GEDCOM — Parse exported .ged files for local exploration, narratives, and statistics

Mode 1: FamilySearch API (Primary)

Prerequisites

1. FamilySearch Account — Free at https://www.familysearch.org
2. Developer App Key — Register at https://www.familysearch.org/developers/
3. OAuth 2.0 Access Token — Via authentication flow below

Store credentials: