Podpoint

What This Skill Does

The Pod Point Watcher skill provides a seamless way to monitor the real-time status of Pod Point electric vehicle charging units. By interfacing directly with Pod Point's public status endpoint, this agent allows you to track the availability of individual connectors (A and B) without the need for complex authentication, API keys, or personal account integration. It is designed to act as an automated observer, tracking state transitions such as when a charger moves from a 'Charging' state to 'Available,' or identifying the exact moment when both connectors on a dual-head unit become ready for use. Whether you are checking if your home or public charger is currently occupied, this skill provides precise, live data directly within your OpenClaw environment.

Installation

To install this skill, use the following command in your OpenClaw terminal:

clawhub install openclaw/skills/skills/zoranjurcevic/podpoint

Ensure that you have the latest version of OpenClaw installed to maintain compatibility with the Pod Point status endpoints. No further configuration or credential setup is required post-installation.

Use Cases

This skill is highly effective for EV drivers who want to avoid unnecessary trips to a charging location. Use it to:

• Determine if a charger you are approaching is currently in use.
• Set up passive monitoring to be notified when a charger becomes free after a current session concludes.
• Efficiently manage dual-connector charging pods by checking if both slots are open.
• Integrate status checks into morning routines to ensure your home charger is functioning as expected before heading out for the day.

Example Prompts

1. "Is my Pod Point charger at location 10059 free right now?"
2. "Keep an eye on pod 10059 and notify me when both connectors are available."
3. "Check the status of my charger—are either of the connectors currently in use?"

Tips & Limitations

• Live Status Only: This skill is strictly for real-time occupancy. It does not provide historical data, charging speed metrics, or location mapping.
• Network Dependency: Because it queries public status endpoints, your device must have an active internet connection to retrieve updates.
• Precision: While highly accurate, always verify the charger ID matches the label on your physical unit to ensure you are monitoring the correct pod.