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hacker-news

Fetch Hacker News stories, comments, and keyword searches via public APIs.

1|Updated Mar 30, 2026
Search Tags:#api#search#comments#stories#hacker-news#hn
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Arry8/openclaw-edge --skill hacker-news-arry8
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hacker-news
Source: https://github.com/Arry8/openclaw-edge/tree/main/skills/hacker-news
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Arry8/openclaw-edge --skill hacker-news-arry8

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Hacker News content is scattered across pages and external sites; this skill centralizes access to top/new/best stories, topic-specific searches, and direct submissions, enabling quick discovery without leaving your workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Top/New/Best Stories: Retrieve current front-page items from Hacker News.
  • Keyword Search & Topic Discovery: Search stories and discussions by keyword, topic, or author.
  • Fetch Specific Submission & Comments: Load a specific post and its top comments for context.

Quick Start

Fetch the latest Hacker News top stories and their comments, and search posts by keyword to surface relevant discussions.

Frequently Asked Questions about hacker-news

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search Hacker News stories and comments by keyword?▼

To search Hacker News stories and comments by keyword, you can use this skill to retrieve matching posts and discussions. It operates without an API key and supports filtering by topic or author.

Can I fetch Hacker News top stories and their comments directly?▼

Yes, you can fetch Hacker News top stories and their comments directly. This skill retrieves current front-page items and loads specific submissions alongside their top comments for immediate context.

Do I need an API key to retrieve Hacker News content?▼

You do not need an API key to retrieve Hacker News content. This skill operates without an API key, relying on stable public endpoints to fetch top, new, and best stories predictably.

What is the best way to find specific Hacker News submissions and discussions?▼

The best way to find specific Hacker News submissions is to use this skill for direct retrieval. It loads individual posts and their top comments, enabling rapid discovery without leaving your workflow.

Does this skill support filtering Hacker News content by topic or author?▼

Yes, this skill supports filtering Hacker News content by topic and author. You can perform keyword searches and topic discovery to surface relevant discussions from the platform's public API.

Can I browse new and best stories on Hacker News without leaving my workflow?▼

You can browse new and best stories on Hacker News without leaving your workflow. This skill centralizes access to front-page items and comments for quick discovery through public endpoints.

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