dev-scan

Aggregate developer opinions from Reddit, Hacker News, Dev.to, and Lobsters into structured insights.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ab180/claude-camp --skill dev-scan-ab180
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dev-scan
Source: https://github.com/ab180/claude-camp/tree/main/dev-scan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ab180/claude-camp --skill dev-scan-ab180

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Consolidate diverse developer opinions on a tech topic from multiple online communities to provide a quick, comprehensive view.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-source opinions: Aggregates discussions from Reddit, Hacker News, Dev.to, and Lobsters.
  • Consensus, controversy, and perspective synthesis: Identifies recurring points, divergent views, and notable expert insights.
  • Structured output: Presents insights with sources inline for reproducible reference.

Quick Start

Provide a topic to summarize, and the skill will fetch discussions from multiple communities and surface consensus, controversies, and notable perspectives.

Frequently Asked Questions about dev-scan

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I aggregate developer opinions on a tech topic from multiple communities?

To aggregate developer opinions, this skill consolidates diverse perspectives from Reddit, Hacker News, Dev.to, and Lobsters into a structured synthesis. It surfaces consensus, controversies, and notable insights with inline sources for reference.

What is the best way to synthesize community discussions from Hacker News and Reddit?

Synthesizing community discussions from Hacker News and Reddit involves a multi-source search to identify recurring points and divergent views. This skill automatically processes those platforms to deliver reproducible insights and notable expert perspectives.

Can I extract consensus and controversies from Dev.to and Lobsters threads?

Yes, you can extract consensus and controversies from Dev.to and Lobsters threads. The skill implements a structured workflow to analyze discussions, surfacing both recurring points and divergent views in a reproducible output format.

Do I need to provide specific URLs to analyze developer opinions on a topic?

No, you do not need to provide specific URLs to analyze developer opinions. You simply provide a tech topic to summarize, and the skill automatically fetches and consolidates relevant discussions from multiple online communities.

How are sources cited when summarizing notable perspectives from online communities?

When summarizing notable perspectives from online communities, sources are cited inline to ensure reproducible reference. The structured output presents insights alongside their originating discussions for transparent verification.