blogwatcher

Monitor blog and RSS/Atom feed updates with blogwatcher-cli.

1|Updated Jul 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/icyzh/hermes-web --skill blogwatcher-icyzh
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: blogwatcher
Source: https://github.com/icyzh/hermes-web/tree/main/skills/research/blogwatcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/icyzh/hermes-web --skill blogwatcher-icyzh

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the information overload problem by centralizing updates from various blogs and RSS feeds into a single, manageable command-line interface.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Feed Discovery: Automatically detects RSS/Atom feeds from blog homepages.
  • Flexible Scraping: Provides a fallback mechanism to scrape HTML content when standard feeds are unavailable.
  • Article Management: Allows users to track read/unread status, categorize content, and import subscriptions via OPML.

Quick Start

Use the blogwatcher skill to scan all your tracked blogs for new articles and display the unread list.

Frequently Asked Questions about blogwatcher

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I monitor multiple RSS feeds and blogs from a single interface?

To monitor RSS feeds, this skill uses the blogwatcher-cli tool to centralize blog updates into a single command-line interface. It scans tracked blogs for new articles and manages subscriptions via a SQLite database.

Can I import existing feed subscriptions using an OPML file?

Yes, you can import existing feed subscriptions using OPML files. The skill facilitates OPML import workflows to automatically populate your tracked article database and manage read status across newly added sources.

What happens when a blog does not have a standard RSS or Atom feed available?

When a standard RSS or Atom feed is unavailable, the skill provides a fallback mechanism to scrape HTML content directly. This flexible scraping ensures you can still track article updates from blogs without structured feeds.

Do I need a specific database setup to track article reading status?

Yes, tracking article reading status requires a configured SQLite database. This persistent storage layer is necessary for the blogwatcher-cli binary to store feed data, manage read and unread states, and categorize content.

How does automated feed discovery work for blog homepages?

Automated feed discovery works by scanning blog homepages to detect RSS and Atom feeds. This eliminates manual URL entry by automatically identifying and subscribing to available content streams within your tracking interface.