show-hn-draft

Generate Show HN and Reddit post drafts from repository files and behavior logs.

626|225|Updated Mar 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/aaronjmars/aeon --skill show-hn-draft-aaronjmars
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Skill: show-hn-draft
Source: https://github.com/aaronjmars/aeon/tree/main/skills/show-hn-draft
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/aaronjmars/aeon --skill show-hn-draft-aaronjmars

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes last-minute writing by generating launch-ready Show HN and subreddit draft posts directly from the current repository context.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • One-click launch drafting: Produces a complete Show HN post plus two Reddit variants (r/MachineLearning and r/selfhosted) based on the repo’s latest README, showcased ecosystem signals, skill counts, recent articles, and behavior logs.
  • Variant-aware regeneration: Rewrites either the whole trio or only a single section when you specify a variant, and updates the draft file for the current date.
  • Evidence-driven stats: Pulls stars/forks/skill counts from repository files or the GitHub API, and avoids fabricating metrics when inputs are missing.
  • Operator-friendly output: Writes to a dedicated articles/show-hn-draft-${today}.md file and appends a human launch checklist for final review.

Quick Start

Run the show-hn-draft skill with var set to an empty string so it generates the full trio (Show HN, r/MachineLearning, and r/selfhosted) into today’s draft file.

Frequently Asked Questions about show-hn-draft

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I draft a Show HN post from my repository state?

Drafting a Show HN post from repository state is done by reading README files and behavior logs to autonomously generate paste-ready technical narratives. The skill outputs sectioned drafts into a dedicated markdown file for immediate publishing.

Can I generate Reddit launch posts automatically from my codebase?

Generating Reddit launch posts automatically from a codebase is supported by creating targeted subreddit variants. It reads recent repository files and memory logs to produce paste-ready drafts tailored for specific community audiences.

How does autonomous behavior logging work for launch drafting?

Autonomous behavior logging for launch drafting works by reading recent memory logs and ecosystem signals to build evidence-driven narratives. It validates repository inputs and avoids fabricating metrics when data is missing.

What is the best way to crosspost technical launch announcements across platforms?

The best way to crosspost technical launch announcements is generating variant-aware posts for Show HN and Reddit simultaneously. Specifying a variant rewrites only that section while updating the current day's draft file.

Does this launch drafting tool pull real metrics from the GitHub API?

This launch drafting tool pulls real metrics like stars and forks from repository files or the GitHub API. It uses an evidence-driven approach to ensure stats are accurate and avoids fabricating numbers when inputs are missing.

What limitations exist when drafting Show HN posts from a repository?

A key limitation when drafting Show HN posts is that missing repository inputs result in omitted metrics rather than fabricated data. Additionally, the operator must manually review the appended human launch checklist before final publishing.