Cron Responder

Name: Cron Responder
Availability: InStock
Author: aggeloschatziioannou

Parse cron-triggered system events and forward them as Telegram messages.

Updated Mar 11, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #notifications #scheduling #system events #cron #telegram

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/aggelosChatziioannou/kimi_claw_skills --skill cron-responder

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Skill: Cron Responder
Source: https://github.com/aggelosChatziioannou/kimi_claw_skills/tree/main/cron-responder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aggelosChatziioannou/kimi_claw_skills --skill cron-responder

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill bridges the gap between scheduled cron jobs and real-time notifications, ensuring you are informed about important system events without manual intervention.

Core Features & Use Cases

Event Handling: Processes specific system events triggered by cron.
Message Generation: Creates relevant messages based on the event type.
Telegram Forwarding: Sends generated messages directly to your Telegram.
Use Case: Automatically receive a daily briefing, memory consolidation summary, or email check alert on Telegram as soon as the corresponding cron job is executed.

Quick Start

Use the cron-responder skill to handle the '🌅 MORNING BRIEFING' system event.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cron Responder

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

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How do I send cron job notifications to Telegram?▼

To send cron job notifications to Telegram, you need a Python script that parses the triggered system event text and generates a corresponding message for forwarding. This approach bridges scheduled tasks and real-time alerts without manual intervention.

What system events can be automated for Telegram alerts?▼

System events like morning briefings, memory consolidation, and email checks can be automated for Telegram alerts. The mechanism also supports custom events, provided they use a predefined emoji prefix for parsing logic.

How do I schedule a daily briefing message to Telegram using cron?▼

To schedule a daily briefing to Telegram, configure your cron job to trigger the specific morning briefing system event. The Python logic will then parse this event and automatically generate the corresponding message for forwarding.

Can I use custom event names with cron scheduling for Telegram forwarding?▼

Yes, you can use custom event names with cron scheduling for Telegram forwarding. The parsing logic supports flexibility for custom events, requiring an emoji-prefixed format to correctly generate the appropriate Telegram messages.

Do I need Python to forward system events to Telegram?▼

Yes, you need Python logic to forward system events to Telegram. The process requires Python scripts to parse the triggered event text and generate the appropriate messages before sending them directly to your Telegram.

What are the limitations of using cron for Telegram notifications?▼

Limitations of using cron for Telegram notifications include dependency on predefined event text and emoji prefixes for accurate parsing. Without the correct Python logic to interpret these specific system events, message generation and forwarding will fail.