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watchers

Monitor RSS feeds, JSON APIs, and GitHub repositories for new items or changes.

1|Updated May 21, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#monitoring#github#rss#json api
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/blueskies1818/hermesALIone --skill watchers-blueskies1818
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: watchers
Source: https://github.com/blueskies1818/hermesALIone/tree/main/Agent/optional-skills/devops/watchers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/blueskies1818/hermesALIone --skill watchers-blueskies1818

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the monitoring of external sources like RSS feeds, JSON APIs, and GitHub repositories, ensuring you're promptly notified of new items or changes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • RSS Feed Monitoring: Keep track of new entries in RSS/Atom feeds.
  • GitHub Repository Watching: Get updates on issues, pull requests, releases, or commits.
  • JSON API Polling: Monitor changes in any JSON endpoint.
  • Use Case: Set up a watcher for your company's GitHub repository to be notified of new issues or pull requests as soon as they are created.

Quick Start

Use the watchers skill to set up a watcher for the GitHub repository 'NousResearch/hermes-agent' and monitor issues.

Frequently Asked Questions about watchers

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I monitor RSS feeds and JSON APIs for new items automatically?▼

To monitor RSS feeds and JSON APIs for new items automatically, this Skill uses Python scripts to fetch and process data from external sources, ensuring you receive prompt notifications of any changes or new entries.

Can I watch a GitHub repository for new issues and pull requests?▼

Yes, you can watch a GitHub repository for new issues and pull requests by configuring a watcher through this Skill to track repository changes and send real-time updates as soon as they are created.

What is the best way to get notified of changes in external data sources?▼

The best way to get notified of changes in external data sources is to automate monitoring with this Skill, which polls RSS feeds, JSON APIs, and GitHub repositories to deliver prompt update notifications.

Do I need Python scripts to set up automated monitoring for external sources?▼

Yes, you need Python scripts to set up automated monitoring for external sources, as this Skill relies on Python to fetch and process data from RSS feeds, JSON APIs, and GitHub repositories.

Does automated JSON endpoint polling work for tracking real-time updates?▼

Automated JSON endpoint polling works for tracking real-time updates by periodically fetching data from the API and processing the response to identify and notify you of any new items or changes.

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