blogwatcher

Automate tracking of new content updates across blogs and RSS/Atom feeds.

247|22|Updated Dec 11, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/graniet/kheish --skill blogwatcher-graniet
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: blogwatcher
Source: https://github.com/graniet/kheish/tree/main/skills/research/blogwatcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/graniet/kheish --skill blogwatcher-graniet

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manually tracking updates across multiple blogs and RSS/Atom feeds is tedious and error-prone, often leading to missed important content.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Feed Scanning: Automatically discovers RSS/Atom feeds from blog homepages, with HTML scraping fallback for sites without public feeds, and scans for new articles on demand.
  • Content Management: Track read/unread status of articles, filter content by category, and import bulk feed subscriptions via OPML files from popular feed readers like Feedly and Inoreader.
  • Use Case: Researchers, content creators, and industry professionals can use this skill to consolidate updates from all their followed publications into a single searchable list, eliminating the need to visit each site individually.

Quick Start

Use the blogwatcher skill to scan all your tracked blogs for new articles and list any unread posts filtered by the Technology category.

Frequently Asked Questions about blogwatcher

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically track new articles across multiple RSS and Atom feeds?

To track RSS and Atom feeds automatically, this skill scans your subscribed blogs on demand and consolidates new articles into a single searchable list. It manages feed subscriptions and checks for updates without requiring manual site visits.

Can I import OPML feed subscriptions from Feedly or Inoreader?

Yes, you can import OPML files exported from feed readers like Feedly and Inoreader. This allows bulk feed subscription management, quickly transferring your existing tracked publications into the blogwatcher environment.

How do I monitor blogs that do not publish public RSS or Atom feeds?

For blogs lacking public RSS or Atom feeds, this skill uses an HTML scraping fallback to discover and scan content updates. It automatically attempts to find feeds from homepages before falling back to direct page scraping.

What is the best way to filter unread blog posts by category?

To filter unread blog posts by category, use the blogwatcher-cli command-line tool to scan tracked blogs and list unread articles. You can apply category filters to isolate specific topics like Technology within your consolidated feed list.

Do I need a command-line tool to manage RSS feed subscriptions and scanning?

Yes, the blogwatcher-cli command-line tool is required to manage feed subscriptions, initiate scans for new articles, and apply content filters. It serves as the primary interface for all feed tracking and article management operations.

Does automated feed tracking work for industry research and monitoring multiple publications?

Automated feed tracking is designed for industry research and monitoring multiple publications. Researchers and content creators can consolidate updates from all followed online sources into a single list, eliminating the need to visit each site individually.