blogwatcher

Monitor blogs and RSS/Atom feeds for new articles using the blogwatcher CLI.

455|34|Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/understudy-ai/understudy --skill blogwatcher-understudy-ai
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Skill: blogwatcher
Source: https://github.com/understudy-ai/understudy/tree/main/skills/blogwatcher
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/understudy-ai/understudy --skill blogwatcher-understudy-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of tracking new content on blogs and RSS/Atom feeds, ensuring you never miss an update.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Track multiple blogs/feeds: Add and manage a list of sources to monitor.
  • Scan for new articles: Automatically check all added sources for new content.
  • View and manage articles: List new articles and mark them as read.
  • Use Case: A content creator can use this to stay updated on industry news and competitor blogs without manually visiting each site.

Quick Start

Use the blogwatcher skill to add a new blog to track by providing its name and URL.

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 new blog updates by adding source URLs to a tracking list, scanning them for new articles, and viewing the identified content. This automates checking multiple sites.

Do I need to install any software to monitor blog feeds?

Yes, you need the blogwatcher binary installed and available in your system's PATH to monitor blog feeds. This CLI tool is required for the Skill to scan sources and identify new articles.

How do I track multiple blogs and manage read status for feed updates?

You track multiple blogs by adding their names and URLs to a managed list of sources. After scanning for feed updates, you can view new articles and mark them as read to manage your reading queue.

Can I automate checking industry news and competitor blogs without visiting each site?

Yes, you can automate checking industry news and competitor blogs by adding their RSS or Atom feed URLs to a monitored list. The system scans all tracked sources and surfaces new content automatically.

Does this RSS feed monitoring approach work with standard Atom and RSS formats?

Yes, this RSS feed monitoring approach works with standard Atom and RSS formats. It scans specified feeds using a CLI tool to identify new content published on those tracked sources.

What are the limitations of using a CLI tool to monitor blog updates?

A limitation of using a CLI tool to monitor blog updates is that it operates as a basic scanner rather than a continuous background service, meaning you must manually trigger scans to identify new articles across your tracked feeds.