dev-scan

Aggregate developer opinions from Reddit, Hacker News, Dev.to, and Lobsters into structured insights.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ab180/claude-camp --skill dev-scan-ab180
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: dev-scan
Source: https://github.com/ab180/claude-camp/tree/main/dev-scan
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ab180/claude-camp --skill dev-scan-ab180

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Consolidate diverse developer opinions on a tech topic from multiple online communities to provide a quick, comprehensive view.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-source opinions: Aggregates discussions from Reddit, Hacker News, Dev.to, and Lobsters.
  • Consensus, controversy, and perspective synthesis: Identifies recurring points, divergent views, and notable expert insights.
  • Structured output: Presents insights with sources inline for reproducible reference.

Quick Start

Provide a topic to summarize, and the skill will fetch discussions from multiple communities and surface consensus, controversies, and notable perspectives.

Frequently Asked Questions about dev-scan

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I aggregate developer opinions on a tech topic from multiple communities?▼

To aggregate developer opinions, this skill consolidates diverse perspectives from Reddit, Hacker News, Dev.to, and Lobsters into a structured synthesis. It surfaces consensus, controversies, and notable insights with inline sources for reference.

What is the best way to synthesize community discussions from Hacker News and Reddit?▼

Synthesizing community discussions from Hacker News and Reddit involves a multi-source search to identify recurring points and divergent views. This skill automatically processes those platforms to deliver reproducible insights and notable expert perspectives.

Can I extract consensus and controversies from Dev.to and Lobsters threads?▼

Yes, you can extract consensus and controversies from Dev.to and Lobsters threads. The skill implements a structured workflow to analyze discussions, surfacing both recurring points and divergent views in a reproducible output format.

Do I need to provide specific URLs to analyze developer opinions on a topic?▼

No, you do not need to provide specific URLs to analyze developer opinions. You simply provide a tech topic to summarize, and the skill automatically fetches and consolidates relevant discussions from multiple online communities.

How are sources cited when summarizing notable perspectives from online communities?▼

When summarizing notable perspectives from online communities, sources are cited inline to ensure reproducible reference. The structured output presents insights alongside their originating discussions for transparent verification.