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Feed foundations

Learn the formats. Find your rhythm.

Start with the ideas that make feeds useful: what an entry contains, how subscription tools handle it, and how to choose a format or reader around your needs. These guides connect the publisher’s data model to the reader’s everyday experience.

If you are new to RSS, begin with the reader guide to identify the workflow you want. Then compare RSS and Atom to understand the information that travels between the publisher and your chosen application. For a focused reference, use the RSS and Atom topic pages.