File Watcher Tool

Description

Watch files and directories for changes with event callbacks, pattern filtering, and action triggers.

Trigger

• /watch command
• User needs to monitor files
• User wants change notifications

Usage

# Watch directory
python scripts/file_watcher.py ./src/

# Watch with pattern filter
python scripts/file_watcher.py ./src/ --pattern "*.py"

# Watch and run command on change
python scripts/file_watcher.py ./src/ --exec "npm run build"

# Watch specific file
python scripts/file_watcher.py config.json

Tags

watch, files, monitor, events, automation

Compatibility

• Codex: ✅
• Claude Code: ✅