bmad-index-docs

Generate an index.md file listing documents with content-based descriptions.

Updated Mar 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/geekdesign27/travailleursisoles --skill bmad-index-docs-geekdesign27
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bmad-index-docs
Source: https://github.com/geekdesign27/travailleursisoles/tree/main/_bmad/core/skills/bmad-index-docs
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/geekdesign27/travailleursisoles --skill bmad-index-docs-geekdesign27

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the creation and updating of an index file for all documents within a specified folder, making it easier to navigate and understand the contents of a directory.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Directory Indexing: Generates a markdown file (index.md) that lists all files and subdirectories.
  • Content Summarization: Reads files to create concise descriptions based on their content.
  • Use Case: After uploading a batch of research papers into a new folder, use this Skill to quickly generate an organized index with brief descriptions of each paper, allowing for rapid review and retrieval.

Quick Start

Use the bmad-index-docs skill to create an index for all documents in the ./my_research_papers folder.

Frequently Asked Questions about bmad-index-docs

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a markdown index for all files in a directory?

To generate a markdown index for a directory, you need a tool that scans folder contents, groups files by type, and writes an organized index.md file. This Skill automates that process by reading your documents and creating a navigable overview with content-based descriptions.

What is the best way to organize project documentation with file descriptions?

The best way to organize project documentation is to generate a centralized index file. This Skill scans your directory, reads file contents to create concise summaries, and groups files by type, resulting in an organized markdown index for rapid review and retrieval.

Can I automatically update an existing index.md file after adding new documents?

Yes, you can automatically update an existing index.md file. This Skill applies to organizing project documentation by scanning the specified folder contents and regenerating or updating the markdown index to reference all current documents and their descriptions.

Does directory indexing work for organizing research materials and papers?

Directory indexing works effectively for organizing research materials. By scanning your research papers folder, this Skill generates an organized markdown index with brief content-based descriptions of each file, allowing for rapid review and retrieval of your research documents.

How does content summarization work when indexing a folder of documents?

Content summarization during directory indexing works by reading each file within the specified folder. The Skill analyzes the document contents to generate concise descriptions based on the actual material, grouping files by type before writing them into the final markdown index.