blogwatcher

Name: blogwatcher
Availability: InStock
Author: shiftrepo

Track new articles across blogs and RSS/Atom feeds via CLI.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#monitoring #rss #blogs #feeds #opml #read-unread #article-tracking

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npx skills add https://github.com/shiftrepo/aws --skill blogwatcher-shiftrepo

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Skill: blogwatcher
Source: https://github.com/shiftrepo/aws/tree/main/HermesAgent/skills/skills/research/blogwatcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/shiftrepo/aws --skill blogwatcher-shiftrepo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Keeping up with multiple blogs and RSS/Atom feeds is time-consuming; blogwatcher-cli automates monitoring updates so you never miss new articles.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automatic feed discovery from blog homepages
HTML scraping fallback when feeds are unavailable
OPML import to subscribe to multiple feeds quickly
Read/unread tracking and simple article management
Lightweight CLI tooling for quick scans and reports

Quick Start

Run a scan of all configured feeds with blogwatcher-cli scan to fetch the latest articles.

Frequently Asked Questions about blogwatcher

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

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How do I monitor multiple RSS feeds for new articles automatically?▼

You can monitor multiple RSS feeds for new articles automatically by running a CLI scan to fetch the latest updates across all configured feeds. The tool tracks read and unread states so you only see new content.

Can I import OPML subscriptions to track blogs and feeds in bulk?▼

Yes, you can import OPML subscription files to quickly subscribe to multiple blogs and feeds in bulk. This allows you to migrate your existing feed subscriptions and start monitoring them immediately.

What is the best way to track new blog posts when an RSS feed is unavailable?▼

When an RSS feed is unavailable, the best way to track new blog posts is by using the HTML scraping fallback. This mechanism automatically scrapes the blog homepage to discover and surface new articles.

Does blogwatcher support automatic feed discovery from blog homepages?▼

Yes, blogwatcher supports automatic feed discovery directly from blog homepages. It identifies available RSS or Atom feeds automatically, eliminating the need to manually locate and configure feed URLs.

How do I manage read and unread article states for tracked feeds?▼

You manage read and unread article states for tracked feeds using the CLI tool. This state management feature ensures that previously viewed articles are tracked, allowing you to focus only on new updates.

What are the limitations of using a CLI tool for ongoing content monitoring?▼

Using a CLI tool for ongoing content monitoring requires manual execution for each scan and lacks a graphical interface. It is lightweight and fast, but relies on command-line interaction rather than background processing.