hn

Fetch and display Hacker News stories and threads in a terminal CLI.

10|Updated Feb 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Aayush9029/homebrew-tap --skill hn-aayush9029
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hn
Source: https://github.com/Aayush9029/homebrew-tap/tree/main/skills/hn
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Aayush9029/homebrew-tap --skill hn-aayush9029

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reads Hacker News stories and threads directly in a terminal, eliminating the need to switch to a web browser for quick access.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Top/New/Best/Ask/Show/Jobs listings: fetch and display stories in the terminal with a responsive UI.
  • Thread viewing: inspect a story with nested comments and contextual replies.
  • Search via Algolia: quickly locate stories by keywords without leaving the terminal.
  • Interactive TUI: explore content with a keyboard-driven interface for focused reading.

Quick Start

Install hn via Homebrew and run the command to browse Hacker News in your terminal.

Frequently Asked Questions about hn

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I read Hacker News in the terminal?

Yes, you can view nested comments and contextual replies for Hacker News threads directly in the terminal. The TUI fetches story threads and displays hierarchical comment structures without needing a web browser.

Can I search Hacker News stories from the command line?

Yes, you can search Hacker News stories from the command line using integrated Algolia search. This allows you to quickly locate stories by keywords and view results entirely within the terminal interface.

Does the Hacker News TUI support keyboard-driven navigation?

Yes, the Hacker News TUI supports keyboard-driven navigation, allowing you to explore stories and threads with a responsive, interactive interface designed for focused reading without a mouse.

What is the best way to browse Hacker News ask and show stories without a browser?

The best way to browse Hacker News ask and show stories without a browser is using a terminal-based TUI that fetches specific story listings and renders them in a responsive, keyboard-driven interface.

How do I install and run a terminal Hacker News reader?

To install and run a terminal Hacker News reader, you can use Homebrew to install the package and then execute the command to launch the interactive TUI for browsing stories and threads.