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blogwatcher

Track blog updates from RSS/Atom feeds and manage read/unread status.

Updated May 21, 2026
Search Tags:#monitoring#scraping#rss#feeds#opml#blogwatcher#read-unread
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/samlaggz/hermes-agent-sam --skill blogwatcher-samlaggz
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: blogwatcher
Source: https://github.com/samlaggz/hermes-agent-sam/tree/main/backup/skills/research/blogwatcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/samlaggz/hermes-agent-sam --skill blogwatcher-samlaggz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Keeps you updated on new blog posts and feed updates across multiple sources without manual checking, consolidating reads and helping you stay organized.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic feed discovery from blog homepages
  • OPML import for bulk subscriptions
  • Read/unread article management and scanning
  • HTML scraping fallback when feeds are unavailable
  • CLI-based tracking with blogwatcher-cli

Quick Start

Add your blogs to monitor and run a scan to begin receiving 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 track read/unread status across multiple blogs?▼

You can monitor RSS feeds and track read/unread status by adding blogs to your watch list and running a scan. This consolidates updates from multiple sources into a single tracking interface.

Can I import OPML files to bulk subscribe to RSS feeds?▼

Yes, you can import OPML files to bulk subscribe to RSS feeds. This allows you to quickly migrate existing feed subscriptions into the monitoring system for immediate tracking.

Does blogwatcher work when a blog does not have an RSS or Atom feed?▼

When a blog lacks an RSS or Atom feed, an HTML scraping fallback is used to track updates. This ensures you can still monitor sites that do not provide standard syndication feeds.

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

Automatic feed discovery scans blog homepages to locate available RSS or Atom feeds. This simplifies subscription by eliminating the need to manually locate and input feed URLs.

Do I need blogwatcher-cli to manage blog updates and scanning?▼

Yes, blogwatcher-cli is required for tracking blog updates and managing read/unread status. The CLI provides the interface for feed discovery, OPML import, and running scans.

Is automated feed monitoring suitable for small teams needing personal knowledge curation?▼

Automated feed monitoring is suitable for personal knowledge curation and small teams needing to track updates across multiple blogs without manual checking, keeping everyone organized.

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