reddit-api

Access Reddit posts, comments, and user data via PRAW and Snoowrap.

1|Updated Jan 10, 2026
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Skill: reddit-api
Source: https://github.com/artofrawr/claude-control/tree/main/skills/reddit-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/artofrawr/claude-control --skill reddit-api

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reddit data is often locked behind manual scraping or ad-hoc scripts. This Skill provides a structured guide to programmatically access posts, comments, and user data from Reddit using Python (PRAW) and Node.js (Snoowrap), enabling reliable data integration and automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • PRAW (Python): fetch subreddit content, stream posts, and access user data.
  • Snoowrap (TypeScript/Node.js): query subreddits, submissions, and comments with ease.
  • OAuth & scopes: handle authentication for read, submit, and vote actions as needed.

Quick Start

Run a simple script to fetch the latest posts from a subreddit using PRAW in Python or Snoowrap in Node.js.

Frequently Asked Questions about reddit-api

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I access Reddit data programmatically using Python or Node.js?

You can access Reddit data programmatically using Python with the PRAW library or Node.js with Snoowrap. This Skill provides structured guidance for fetching subreddit content, streaming posts, and querying submissions through proper OAuth2 authentication setup.

Do I need OAuth2 to fetch subreddit posts and comments with PRAW or Snoowrap?

Yes, OAuth2 setup is required to authenticate your application and access Reddit data. You must configure proper OAuth scopes to perform read-only operations like fetching posts and comments, as well as submit or vote actions if needed.

What's the best way to stream posts from a subreddit in Python?

The best way to stream posts from a subreddit in Python is using the PRAW library. It provides built-in methods to fetch subreddit content and stream new submissions automatically, requiring valid OAuth2 credentials for reliable data integration.

Can I use Snoowrap to query submissions and comments in Node.js?

Yes, Snoowrap enables you to query subreddits, submissions, and comments in Node.js with ease. It provides a structured TypeScript interface for accessing Reddit data programmatically, handling authentication through OAuth2 credentials.

What Reddit API actions are supported beyond read-only subreddit access?

Beyond read-only operations for fetching subreddit posts and comments, this Skill covers OAuth scopes for submit and vote actions. You can handle authentication for reading, submitting, and voting on Reddit content using PRAW or Snoowrap.

Does this reddit-api Skill work for both Python and Node.js environments?

Yes, this Skill supports both Python and Node.js environments. It covers library-specific usage with PRAW for Python and Snoowrap for Node.js, providing example code for common operations like fetching subreddit data and accessing user information.