Is there a way to programmatically access Google's search engine results?

Question

Does google offer a way to programmatically see their search engine results for a certain query?

I want to build a tracking application so that a user can see what r

Answer 1

Yes, Google provides a search API that you can use:

The Google AJAX Search API lets you put Google Search in your web pages with JavaScript. You can embed a simple, dynamic search box and display search results in your own web pages or use the results in innovative, programmatic ways. See the examples below for inspiration.

Don't let the name fool you, this API can be used for more than just JavaScript on a webpage.