bms:summarise-diary

Summarize monthly diary entries into a structured markdown performance report.

68|14|Updated Dec 21, 2017
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/benmatselby/dotfiles --skill bms-summarise-diary
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bms:summarise-diary
Source: https://github.com/benmatselby/dotfiles/tree/main/agents/skills/summarise-diary
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/benmatselby/dotfiles --skill bms-summarise-diary

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates the process of turning daily diary notes into a compact, monthly performance summary, saving time and highlighting key themes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated extraction of diary entries from diary/YYYY/MM/ and consolidation into a coherent monthly narrative.
  • Structured reporting by categories such as Projects, Team, Tech Leads, and Department.
  • Progress tracking by surfacing patterns, blockers, and notable achievements across the month.

Quick Start

Summarize diary entries for the target month and save the summary to diary/YYYY/MM/mpc-MM-YYYY.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about bms:summarise-diary

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate a monthly diary summary from daily markdown notes?

To automate a monthly diary summary, this Skill parses all markdown files under the diary/YYYY/MM/ directory, extracting themes and action items to compile a structured performance summary.

What is the best way to track project progress and team interactions from daily entries?

The best way to track project progress is to consolidate daily entries into a structured report highlighting projects, team interactions, and technical decisions, which this Skill generates automatically.

How does the monthly performance summary handle existing mpc-*.md output files?

When generating a monthly performance summary, the Skill specifically excludes existing mpc-*.md output files in the directory to prevent duplicate content from polluting the final aggregated report.

Can I generate a publish-ready markdown report from unstructured daily diary entries?

Yes, you can generate a publish-ready markdown report by aggregating and categorizing unstructured daily diary entries into structured themes and action items for the target month.

Do I need a specific folder structure for my diary entries to summarize them monthly?

Yes, you need to organize your daily notes into a specific folder structure under diary/YYYY/MM/ so the parser can correctly locate, read, and aggregate the files for the target month.

What categories are included in a structured monthly performance summary?

A structured monthly performance summary includes categories such as Projects, Team, Tech Leads, and Department, surfacing patterns, blockers, and notable achievements across the month.