watchers

Name: watchers
Availability: InStock
Author: Quill-Agent

Monitor RSS feeds, JSON APIs, and GitHub repositories for new entries.

3|1|Updated May 19, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #monitoring #github #rss #json api

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npx skills add https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent --skill watchers-quill-agent

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Skill: watchers
Source: https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent/tree/main/optional-skills/devops/watchers
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent --skill watchers-quill-agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automatically polls external sources such as RSS feeds, JSON APIs, and GitHub repositories for updates, allowing you to stay informed without manually checking.

Core Features & Use Cases

Automated Polling: Periodically checks external sources for new entries or updates.
Deduplication: Prevents duplicate notifications by comparing against a watermark of previously-seen items.
Use Case: Monitor your favorite RSS feed, keep track of changes in a GitHub repository, or get notified about new events from a JSON API.

Quick Start

Create a cron job to run watch_rss.py --name my-rss --url https://example.com/feed. This will monitor the RSS feed for new items and provide notifications.

Frequently Asked Questions about watchers

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I automate monitoring an RSS feed for new entries?▼

You can automate RSS feed monitoring by creating a cron job to run the provided Python script, which polls the feed periodically for new entries. The script handles HTTP requests and checks for updates automatically.

How does deduplication work when polling JSON APIs?▼

Deduplication when polling JSON APIs works by comparing new API responses against a watermark of previously seen items. This mechanism prevents duplicate notifications by tracking items you have already processed.

Can I monitor GitHub repositories for new events with minimal dependencies?▼

Yes, you can monitor GitHub repositories with minimal dependencies because the monitoring script primarily leverages Python's built-in libraries for HTTP requests and file handling, requiring no external packages.

What is the best way to get notified about changes from external data sources automatically?▼

The best way to get notified about external data sources is using an automated polling script that checks RSS feeds, JSON APIs, and GitHub repositories, providing notifications when new entries or events are detected.

Do I need external Python libraries to run continuous monitoring scripts?▼

No, you do not need external Python libraries to run continuous monitoring scripts. The automation operates with minimal dependencies by primarily leveraging Python's built-in libraries for all HTTP requests and file handling operations.