hackernews

Manage Hacker News lists, searches, item threads, and user profiles.

9|Updated May 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mediause/agent-skills --skill hackernews-mediause
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hackernews
Source: https://github.com/mediause/agent-skills/tree/main/hackernews
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mediause/agent-skills --skill hackernews-mediause

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Streamlines and automates Hacker News operations, eliminating repetitive manual browsing by handling lists, searches, item threads, and user lookups through a consistent, programmable interface.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Get story lists: top, best, ask, new, show, jobs
  • Search stories by keyword
  • Read item threads with depth and replies
  • Look up user profiles
  • Windows install and strict context/auth flow for safe automation

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to initialize Hacker News workflow and fetch the top stories, then read a chosen item by id.

Frequently Asked Questions about hackernews

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate fetching top stories from Hacker News programmatically?

You can automate fetching top stories from Hacker News by requesting the assistant to initialize the workflow. The Skill retrieves top, best, ask, new, show, and jobs lists through a consistent interface, returning structured JSON output.

Can I search Hacker News stories by keyword and read full item threads?

Yes, you can search Hacker News stories by keyword and read full item threads. The Skill performs story searches and retrieves item threads with configurable depth and replies, applying strict rate limiting to ensure safe automation.

Does this Hacker News automation tool require authentication or special setup?

This Hacker News automation tool implements strict authentication steps and a strict context flow for safe automation. It requires a Windows install and applies dynamic command mapping with robust error handling to manage site plugins securely.

What's the best way to look up user profiles on Hacker News automatically?

The best way to look up user profiles on Hacker News automatically is through this Skill's programmable interface. It handles user lookups across site plugins, applying rate limiting and structured JSON output to eliminate repetitive manual browsing.

Why does my automated Hacker News workflow need rate limiting and error handling?

Automated Hacker News workflows need rate limiting and error handling to safely manage lists, searches, and item threads without triggering blocks. This Skill implements strict authentication, dynamic command mapping, and robust error handling for consistent results.

Are there limitations when using a CLI plugin to retrieve Hacker News story lists?

When using a CLI plugin to retrieve Hacker News story lists, limitations center on safe automation boundaries. The Skill enforces strict rate limiting and authentication steps, meaning aggressive or unauthenticated requests will be blocked by its robust error handling.