rss-reader

Parse RSS/Atom feeds to extract article titles, links, and publication dates.

1|Updated Feb 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/winsorllc/upgraded-carnival --skill rss-reader-winsorllc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: rss-reader
Source: https://github.com/winsorllc/upgraded-carnival/tree/main/.pi/skills/rss-reader
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/winsorllc/upgraded-carnival --skill rss-reader-winsorllc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you stay informed by reading and parsing RSS/Atom feeds, allowing you to easily access the latest articles and monitor your favorite news sources.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Subscribe to Feeds: Easily add and manage subscriptions to various RSS/Atom feeds.
  • Get Latest Articles: Retrieve the most recent posts from any feed.
  • Monitor News Sources: Keep track of updates from blogs, news sites, and other content providers.
  • Aggregate Feeds: Combine information from multiple sources into a single view.

Quick Start

Use the rss-reader skill to get the latest 10 titles from the feed at https://example.com/feed.xml.

Frequently Asked Questions about rss-reader

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I parse RSS feeds to extract article titles and publication dates?

To parse RSS feeds and extract article titles, links, and publication dates, this skill supports multiple parsing methods including xmlstarlet, xmllint, and Python's ElementTree for flexible feed consumption.

What is the best way to monitor news sources for content updates?

Monitoring news sources for content updates is done by subscribing to RSS and Atom feeds, retrieving the most recent posts, and aggregating information from multiple blogs and content providers into a single view.

Does this RSS feed reader support both RSS and Atom formats?

Yes, this RSS feed reader supports both RSS and Atom feed formats. It parses and processes feeds to extract article titles, links, and publication dates from diverse online sources using xmlstarlet, xmllint, or ElementTree.

Can I use Python ElementTree for parsing Atom feeds with this tool?

Yes, you can use Python ElementTree for parsing Atom feeds. ElementTree is one of three supported parsing methods, alongside xmlstarlet and xmllint, providing flexible feed consumption for extracting article titles, links, and dates.

How do I retrieve the latest 10 articles from an RSS feed URL?

To retrieve the latest 10 articles from an RSS feed URL, provide the feed address to the skill and request the most recent posts. The parser extracts titles, links, and publication dates from the feed.