summarize-hacker-news

Fetch and summarize top Hacker News articles with links and comment counts.

45|50|Updated Jan 24, 2026

Search Tags:#summarization #hacker news #news aggregation #email summary #article digest

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npx skills add https://github.com/zocomputer/skills --skill summarize-hacker-news

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Skill: summarize-hacker-news
Source: https://github.com/zocomputer/skills/tree/main/Community/summarize-hacker-news
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zocomputer/skills --skill summarize-hacker-news

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the process of identifying and summarizing the most interesting articles from the Hacker News front page, saving you time and effort in staying updated.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated Article Curation: Fetches and filters top stories from Hacker News.
Content Summarization: Reads and condenses the content of selected articles.
Email Delivery: Sends a concise summary directly to your inbox.
Use Case: Get a daily digest of the most important tech and startup news without having to browse Hacker News yourself.

Quick Start

Summarize the top 5 articles from Hacker News and email me the summary.

Frequently Asked Questions about summarize-hacker-news

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I get a daily summary of Hacker News top stories sent to my email?▼

A Hacker News email summary automatically fetches front page top stories, reads their content, and compiles a bulleted digest with article links, points, and comment counts delivered to your inbox.

What information is included in a Hacker News article digest?▼

A Hacker News article digest includes bulleted content summaries, original article links, Hacker News discussion links, upvote points, and comment counts for each top story.

Can I customize how many top stories from Hacker News are summarized?▼

Yes, you can request a specific number of top Hacker News stories to summarize, such as asking for the top 5 articles to be fetched, read, and compiled into your email digest.

How does automated news aggregation work for staying updated on tech news?▼

Automated news aggregation fetches the Hacker News front page, filters interesting top stories, reads full article content, and compiles a concise bulleted summary delivered via email with a timestamped title.

Do I need any browser extensions to read Hacker News articles for summarization?▼

No browser extensions are needed; the summarization process uses built-in webpage tools to directly read and condense selected Hacker News article content before compiling the email digest.