Search Reddit posts, comments, and user activity via the public JSON API.

Updated May 18, 2022

Search Tags:#search #comments #reddit #posts #json-api #subreddits #user-activity

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npx skills add https://github.com/kendreaditya/.config --skill reddit-kendreaditya

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Skill: reddit
Source: https://github.com/kendreaditya/.config/tree/main/claude/skills/reddit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kendreaditya/.config --skill reddit-kendreaditya

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Reddit exploration often requires manual browsing and multiple UI actions. This skill provides programmable access to Reddit's public JSON endpoints, enabling fast search, subreddit navigation, and extraction of posts, comments, and user activity.

Core Features & Use Cases

Search across Reddit with queries and filters
Browse subreddits and fetch top posts
Read a post and its comments
Retrieve user activity (posts and comments) for research

Quick Start

Search Reddit for a topic and display the top results.

Frequently Asked Questions about reddit

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I search Reddit posts and comments without an API key?▼

You can search Reddit posts, comments, and user activity without an API key by accessing Reddit's public JSON endpoints. This approach uses a consistent User-Agent header and handles rate limiting with delays, requiring no authentication.

Can I retrieve user activity and subreddit posts programmatically for research?▼

Yes, you can retrieve user activity and fetch top subreddit posts programmatically for trend analysis and topic discovery. The skill navigates subreddits and extracts specific posts and comments via the public JSON API.

What is the best way to extract Reddit data for trend analysis?▼

The best way to extract Reddit data for trend analysis is querying the public JSON API with search filters. This method enables fast topic discovery across subreddits without manual browsing or UI interactions.

Does accessing Reddit's JSON API have rate limits?▼

Yes, Reddit's public JSON API has rate limits. This skill manages rate limiting by implementing delays between requests and using a consistent User-Agent header to ensure reliable data retrieval.

How do I read a specific Reddit post and its comments via the public API?▼

To read a Reddit post and its comments via the public API, you query the specific post's JSON endpoint. This retrieves the thread structure and comment data without needing manual Reddit UI navigation.