blogwatcher

Track blog and RSS/Atom feed updates with read/unread management.

11|Updated May 17, 2026

Search Tags:#monitoring #rss #feeds #opml #blogwatcher #read-unread

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/StarryCod/cogitum --skill blogwatcher-starrycod

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Skill: blogwatcher
Source: https://github.com/StarryCod/cogitum/tree/main/cogitum/data/skills/research/blogwatcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/StarryCod/cogitum --skill blogwatcher-starrycod

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Keeps you up-to-date by tracking new posts from blogs and RSS/Atom feeds, with automatic feed discovery, HTML scraping fallback, and easy subscription management.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automatic feed discovery from blog homepages and OPML imports for large subscriptions.
Read/unread tracking and lightweight history to surface new content.
OPML import & feed management to handle many subscriptions efficiently.
HTML scraping fallback when feeds are unavailable.

Quick Start

Install blogwatcher-cli and run the first scan to begin tracking your feeds.

Frequently Asked Questions about blogwatcher

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

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How do I track RSS and Atom feed updates automatically?▼

You can track RSS and Atom feed updates by installing blogwatcher-cli to scan feeds, manage subscriptions, and store feed data locally. It provides automatic feed discovery and read/unread tracking for timely awareness of new posts.

Can I import OPML files to manage large numbers of blog subscriptions?▼

Yes, you can import OPML files to handle large subscriptions efficiently. OPML import allows you to bulk manage many RSS and Atom feeds, streamlining the subscription process for extensive feed lists.

What is the best way to monitor blogs that do not provide an RSS feed?▼

To monitor blogs without an RSS feed, you can use the HTML scraping fallback feature. This automatically tracks new posts by scraping the blog homepage when a standard feed is unavailable.

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

You manage read and unread states by running blogwatcher-cli to scan your feeds. It tracks read/unread status and maintains a lightweight history to surface new content during your editorial workflows.

Do I need to install blogwatcher-cli to discover and track blog feeds?▼

Yes, installing blogwatcher-cli is required. The local command-line tool handles feed discovery, OPML imports, HTML scraping fallback, and stores your feed data locally for personal knowledge curation.

Is local feed data storage required for research monitoring workflows?▼

Local feed data storage is required for research monitoring workflows. The tool stores feed data locally to maintain read/unread tracking and lightweight history, ensuring timely awareness of updates.