system-notifications-monitoring

Monitor system health and Docker containers with ntfy.sh push notifications.

Updated Jun 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kngender5/hermes --skill system-notifications-monitoring
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Skill: system-notifications-monitoring
Source: https://github.com/kngender5/hermes/tree/main/skills/devops/system-notifications-monitoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kngender5/hermes --skill system-notifications-monitoring

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires cron, ntfy.sh, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a robust solution for real-time system monitoring and push notifications, ensuring that users are promptly alerted to system health issues, weather alerts, Docker checks, and other important events.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • System Health Monitoring: Continuously monitors system resources like disk space, memory, CPU, and swap usage, sending alerts when thresholds are exceeded.
  • Push Notifications: Utilizes ntfy.sh to send push notifications directly to the user's phone, allowing for timely alerts and system updates.
  • Weather Alerts: Integrates weather forecasts, enabling users to receive notifications about weather changes and potential disruptions.
  • Docker Checks: Monitors the health of Docker containers and sends alerts if issues are detected.
  • Cron-Based Alerts: Sends periodic alerts through cron jobs, ensuring that users are informed about system status at regular intervals.

Quick Start

Enable the system monitoring notifications for your setup.

Frequently Asked Questions about system-notifications-monitoring

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

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How do I set up cron jobs for system health monitoring and push notifications?

You can set up cron jobs for system health monitoring by scheduling scripts that check disk space, memory, CPU, and swap usage, then sending push notifications via ntfy.sh when thresholds are exceeded.

Can I monitor Docker containers and receive alerts on my phone?

Yes, you can monitor Docker container health and receive alerts on your phone by integrating ntfy.sh push notifications, which send timely updates directly to your device when container issues are detected.

What is ntfy.sh used for in system monitoring?

ntfy.sh is used in system monitoring to send push notifications directly to your phone, providing real-time alerts about system health issues, weather warnings, Docker container statuses, and scheduled cron job updates.

Does this monitoring approach require both cron and ntfy.sh to work?

Yes, this monitoring approach requires both cron and ntfy.sh for execution. Cron handles the scheduling of periodic checks and alerts, while ntfy.sh manages the delivery of push notifications to your phone.

How do I get weather alerts sent directly to my phone?

You can get weather alerts sent directly to your phone by integrating weather forecasts with ntfy.sh, which pushes notifications about weather changes and potential disruptions to your device in real time.

What are the limitations of using cron for system monitoring alerts?

Using cron for system monitoring alerts limits checks to scheduled intervals rather than true real-time event detection. Alerts depend on the cron schedule frequency, meaning rapid system changes between checks might be missed.