blogwatcher

Monitor blogs and RSS/Atom feeds for updates using blogwatcher-cli.

1|Updated Jun 9, 2026

Search Tags:#RSS feed #blog monitoring #blogwatcher-cli #article tracking #Atom feed

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npx skills add https://github.com/lxt070409/hermes-skills --skill blogwatcher-lxt070409

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Skill: blogwatcher
Source: https://github.com/lxt070409/hermes-skills/tree/main/research/blogwatcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/lxt070409/hermes-skills --skill blogwatcher-lxt070409

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the monitoring of blogs and RSS/Atom feeds, saving you time and effort in keeping up with the latest updates.

Core Features & Use Cases

Feed Discovery: Automatically discovers RSS/Atom feeds from blog homepages.
HTML Scraping: Falls back to HTML scraping if RSS fails.
OPML Import: Imports blogs in bulk from OPML files.
Read/Unread Management: Tracks read and unread articles.
Use Case: Ideal for researchers, content creators, or anyone who wants to stay informed about a specific topic or field.

Quick Start

Load the blogwatcher skill and add a new blog to monitor using the command: blogwatcher-cli add "Your Blog Name" https://example.com

Frequently Asked Questions about blogwatcher

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I monitor RSS and Atom feeds for new blog updates?▼

You can monitor RSS and Atom feeds for blog updates by using a tool that automatically discovers feed URLs and tracks article changes. This approach requires a database to store article states and supports read and unread management.

Can I import blogs in bulk from an OPML file for article tracking?▼

Yes, you can import blogs in bulk from OPML files for article tracking. This allows you to quickly add multiple blog subscriptions at once rather than entering each RSS or Atom feed URL individually.

What happens if RSS feed discovery fails when monitoring a blog?▼

If RSS feed discovery fails when monitoring a blog, the system falls back to HTML scraping. This ensures you can still track articles and updates even when a blog does not expose a standard RSS or Atom feed.

Do I need a database to track read and unread articles from RSS feeds?▼

Yes, you need a database to track read and unread articles from RSS feeds. The database stores the article states and feed history, enabling the system to identify which updates are new since your last check.

How do I add a new blog to monitor using blogwatcher-cli?▼

To add a new blog to monitor using blogwatcher-cli, you run the command `blogwatcher-cli add "Your Blog Name" https://example.com`. This initiates the automatic feed discovery process for the provided homepage URL.