article-writer

Create MDX articles with frontmatter and organize files under content/articles.

Updated Mar 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/reedling78/chicago-transit-tracker --skill article-writer-reedling78
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: article-writer
Source: https://github.com/reedling78/chicago-transit-tracker/tree/main/.claude/skills/article-writer
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/reedling78/chicago-transit-tracker --skill article-writer-reedling78

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill guides writers through the end-to-end process of creating MDX articles for Chicago Transit Tracker, from topic research to metadata planning and final publication.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Research and sourcing: collects subject, angle, and reference URLs to inform a strong article.
  • Metadata planning: generates a complete set of frontmatter (title, description, slug, category, tags) for consistent publishing.
  • MDX drafting and publishing: provides an end-to-end workflow to outline, write, and save the article to content/articles/{slug}/{slug}.mdx, and organizes associated assets.
  • Image handling: prepares and organizes article images in public/images as needed.

Quick Start

Provide the article subject and angle to begin research, metadata planning, and outlining.

Frequently Asked Questions about article-writer

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I write and publish MDX articles with frontmatter?

To write and publish MDX articles, you provide the subject, angle, and reference URLs to generate frontmatter metadata, draft the content, and save it as an MDX file. The workflow handles metadata planning and file organization automatically.

What frontmatter metadata do I need for content publishing in MDX?

MDX content publishing requires frontmatter metadata including title, description, slug, category, and tags. This metadata ensures consistent article formatting and proper indexing within the content directory structure.

How do I organize article images and MDX files for website publishing?

Organize article images and MDX files by saving the article to a specific content directory path using its slug, while placing associated image assets in a dedicated public images folder for proper routing.

Can I use reference URLs to seed research for content writing?

Yes, you can use reference URLs to seed research for content writing. You provide your article topic, intended angle, and the reference URLs to inform the research phase before outlining and drafting.

What's the best way to structure MDX file paths for article directories?

The best way to structure MDX file paths is to place each article inside a dedicated folder named after its slug, creating a clean content directory hierarchy that simplifies asset management and routing.