| name | reddit-insights |
| version | 1.0.0 |
| description | Extract insights from Reddit discussions. Track communities, sentiment, and trends. |
| metadata | {"openclaw":{"emoji":"🔴","category":"research"}} |
Reddit Insights
Extract insights from Reddit discussions. Track communities, sentiment, and trends.
Key Subreddits for Tech/AI
| Subreddit | Focus |
|---|
| r/MachineLearning | ML research, papers |
| r/LocalLLaMA | Local AI, open models |
| r/OpenAI | OpenAI products, API |
| r/ClaudeAI | Anthropic, Claude |
| r/selfhosted | Self-hosting, homelab |
| r/docker | Containers, DevOps |
| r/programming | General development |
| r/webdev | Web development |
| r/startups | Startup ecosystem |
| r/ExperiencedDevs | Senior perspectives |
Workflow
1. Topic Search
Use web_search:
Search Reddit for:
- "OpenClaw OR 'Open Claw'" site:reddit.com
- "MCP server" site:reddit.com
- "self-hosted AI" site:reddit.com
2. Community Monitoring
Track specific threads:
Monitor r/LocalLLaMA for:
- New model releases
- Performance benchmarks
- Quantization techniques
3. Sentiment Analysis
Look for patterns:
| Signal | What to Track |
|---|
| Frustration | Pain points, complaints |
| Excitement | New releases, features |
| Confusion | Documentation gaps |
| Requests | Feature requests |
Insight Extraction
Template
## r/Subreddit - Topic
**Thread:** [Title](URL)
**Posted:** Date
**Engagement:** Upvotes, comments
**Key Insights:**
1. Main point
2. Counter-argument
3. Consensus
**Quotes:**
> "Important quote" — u/username
**Action Items:**
- [ ] Follow up on X
- [ ] Add to research queue
Automated Monitoring
{
"name": "reddit-weekly-scan",
"schedule": {"kind": "cron", "expr": "0 10 * * 1"},
"payload": {
"kind": "agentTurn",
"message": "Search Reddit for: 'Claude', 'OpenClaw', 'MCP servers', 'autonomous agents'. Find 3 high-engagement threads. Extract insights."
},
"sessionTarget": "isolated"
}
Best Practices
- Verify claims — Reddit is opinion-heavy
- Check post dates — Old info may be stale
- Read comments — Often more valuable than posts
- Track OP credibility — Check post history
- Cross-reference — Confirm with primary sources