Requesthunt
Run RequestHunt CLI queries to compile demand reports from Reddit, X, GitHub, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Amazon user feedback.
Overview
RequestHunt is an agent skill most often used in Idea (also Validate) that generates user demand research reports from real feedback across major social and developer platforms.
Install
npx skills add https://github.com/resciencelab/opc-skills --skill requesthuntWhat is this skill?
- CLI install via curl script with SHA256-verified binary from GitHub Releases
- Device auth flow at requesthunt.com/device or REQUESTHUNT_API_KEY for headless runs
- Scrapes and analyzes feedback from six platforms including Reddit, X, and GitHub
- Produces user demand research reports from feature requests and complaints
- config show confirms resolved_api_key after login
- 6 feedback platforms: Reddit, X, GitHub, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Amazon
Adoption & trust: 1.4k installs on skills.sh; 920 GitHub stars; 1/3 security scanners passed (skills.sh audits).
What problem does it solve?
You are guessing what users want because you lack a fast way to collect and summarize feature requests and complaints from where people actually talk.
Who is it for?
Indie founders validating B2C or dev-tool ideas who want cross-platform voice-of-customer before writing code.
Skip if: Builders who cannot run shell installers, approve device login, or store a RequestHunt API key in CI.
When should I use this skill?
User wants demand research, feature request discovery, user demand analysis, or to run RequestHunt queries.
What do I get? / Deliverables
You receive a structured demand report from RequestHunt CLI output that informs which problems are worth scoping or prototyping next.
- User demand research report
- Verified CLI configuration
- Platform-sourced feedback synthesis
Recommended Skills
Journey fit
Spans multiple journey phases - primary shelf plus alternate fits below.
Feature-request and complaint mining belongs on Idea research when you have not yet committed to what to build. RequestHunt aggregates real user voice across platforms—the core discover/research motion before scoping a product.
Where it fits
Hunt GitHub and Reddit threads for recurring API complaints before choosing your SaaS niche.
Compare Amazon and YouTube feedback to see which user segment asks for the same missing feature.
Export a RequestHunt report to cut a v1 feature list to the three most cited requests.
How it compares
Use for aggregated social demand signals via RequestHunt CLI, not for private customer interview transcripts or warehouse analytics alone.
Common Questions / FAQ
Who is requesthunt for?
Solo and indie builders doing product discovery who want agent-guided RequestHunt runs instead of manual tab-hopping across communities.
When should I use requesthunt?
Use it in Idea (research) to map demand and pain, and in Validate (scope) to prioritize feature requests before a prototype or landing page.
Is requesthunt safe to install?
Review the Security Audits panel on this page; the workflow installs a third-party binary, uses network auth, and stores API keys you should treat as secrets.
SKILL.md
READMESKILL.md - Requesthunt
# RequestHunt Skill Generate user demand research reports by collecting and analyzing real user feedback from Reddit, X (Twitter), GitHub, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Amazon. ## Prerequisites Install the CLI and authenticate: ```bash curl -fsSL https://requesthunt.com/cli | sh requesthunt auth login ``` The installer downloads a pre-built binary from [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/ReScienceLab/requesthunt-cli/releases) and verifies its SHA256 checksum before installation. Alternatively, build from source with `cargo install --path cli` from the [requesthunt-cli](https://github.com/ReScienceLab/requesthunt-cli) repository. The CLI displays a verification code and opens `https://requesthunt.com/device` — the human must enter the code to approve. Verify with: ```bash requesthunt config show ``` Expected output contains: `resolved_api_key:` with a masked key value (not `null`). For headless/CI environments, set the API key via environment variable (preferred): ```bash export REQUESTHUNT_API_KEY="$YOUR_KEY" ``` Or save it to the local config file (created with owner-only permissions): ```bash requesthunt config set-key "$YOUR_KEY" ``` Get your key from: https://requesthunt.com/dashboard > **Security**: Never hardcode API keys directly in skill instructions or agent output. Use environment variables or the secured config file. ## Output Modes Default output is TOON (Token-Oriented Object Notation) — structured and token-efficient. Use `--json` for raw JSON or `--human` for table/key-value display. ## Platform Selection Guide Each platform captures different types of user feedback. Choose platforms based on the product category to maximize signal quality. ### Platform Strengths | Platform | Best For | Signal Type | Typical Yield | |----------|----------|-------------|---------------| | **YouTube** | Consumer products, hardware, lifestyle apps | Specific feature asks from review/tutorial comments | High (10-29 per topic) | | **Reddit** | Developer tools, creator economy, niche communities | Deep technical discussions, long-tail needs | High for dev topics (up to 176) | | **LinkedIn** | B2B software, healthcare, enterprise tools | Professional/industry opinions, market context | Low volume but high engagement | | **X** | Trending topics, quick sentiment signals | Fragmented feedback, emotional reactions | Low-medium (1-6 per topic) | | **GitHub** | Open-source tools, developer infrastructure | Concrete bugs and feature requests from issues | High for OSS, zero for non-tech | | **Amazon** | Consumer products, electronics, home goods | Product review complaints and feature wishes | High for physical products | ### Recommended Platforms by Category | Category | Primary | Secondary | Notes | |----------|---------|-----------|-------| | **Automotive / Hardware** | YouTube | Amazon, Reddit | Video review comments + Amazon product reviews are richest sources | | **Gaming / Entertainment** | YouTube | Amazon, Reddit | Game streams, product reviews, and community feedback | | **Travel / Transportation** | YouTube | Amazon, LinkedIn | Travel vlogs + Amazon gear reviews + business travel needs | | **Social / Communication** | YouTube | Reddit | App review videos + community discussions | | **Food / Dining** | YouTube | Amazon, Reddit | Recipe/delivery app reviews + Amazon kitchen product feedback | | **Real Estate / Home** | Amazon | YouTube, Reddit | Amazon dominates for home improvement and smart home products | | **Education / Learning** | YouTube | Amazon | Tutorial video comments + Amazon course/book reviews | | **Health / Medical** | LinkedIn | Amazon, X | Professional healthcare + Amazon heal