blogwatcher

Monitor blogs and RSS/Atom feeds for new content.

2|Updated May 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/519lab/thoth-agent --skill blogwatcher-519lab
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: blogwatcher
Source: https://github.com/519lab/thoth-agent/tree/main/skills/research/blogwatcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/519lab/thoth-agent --skill blogwatcher-519lab

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires blogwatcher-cli, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you keep track of updates from blogs and RSS/Atom feeds without manually checking each one.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Feed Monitoring: Monitor blogs and RSS/Atom feeds for new content.
  • Automatic Feed Discovery: Automatically find feeds from blog homepages.
  • HTML Scraping Fallback: Extract content from HTML if RSS fails.
  • OPML Import: Import feeds from OPML files for bulk management.
  • Read/Unread Article Management: Mark articles as read or unread.
  • Use Case: Keep up with the latest posts from your favorite tech blogs with a single command.

Quick Start

Use the blogwatcher skill to add a new blog and monitor it for updates.

Frequently Asked Questions about blogwatcher

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I monitor RSS feeds and blogs for new content automatically?

To monitor RSS feeds and blogs for new content, this Skill scans RSS/Atom feeds and uses HTML scraping as a fallback. It tracks updates and manages articles so you do not have to check sources manually.

Can I import OPML files to bulk manage my RSS feed subscriptions?

Yes, you can import OPML files to bulk manage RSS feed subscriptions. This allows you to migrate existing feed lists into the monitoring system and track multiple blogs simultaneously.

Does feed monitoring work when a blog has no RSS or Atom feed available?

Feed monitoring works even without an RSS or Atom feed by using an HTML scraping fallback. The system automatically attempts feed discovery first, then extracts content directly from the page if standard feeds fail.

How do I keep track of read and unread articles across monitored feeds?

You can keep track of read and unread articles across monitored feeds using built-in article management. This feature lets you mark articles as read or unread to maintain your reading progress.

Do I need the blogwatcher-cli tool to scan and manage feeds?

Yes, you need the blogwatcher-cli tool to scan and manage feeds. This dependency handles the core processing logic for discovering feeds, importing OPML, and updating content.

What is the best way to discover RSS feeds from blog homepages?

The best way to discover RSS feeds from blog homepages is using the automatic feed discovery feature. It scans blog homepages to locate available RSS or Atom feeds and adds them to your monitoring list.