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brain-operating-system

Organize a second-brain workspace with directory maps and naming norms.

4|Updated Dec 23, 2025
Search Tags:#workflow#note-taking#workspace#organization#naming-conventions#wikilinks#second-brain
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jonmagic/skills --skill brain-operating-system
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: brain-operating-system
Source: https://github.com/jonmagic/skills/tree/main/skills/brain-operating-system
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jonmagic/skills --skill brain-operating-system

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a concise, rule-based reference to manage jonmagic's second-brain workspace, aligning structure, naming conventions, and operational norms to reduce cognitive load and improve consistency.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Directory structure guide: outlines recommended folders like Daily Projects, Weekly Notes, Snippets, Transcripts, and Archives, with usage tips.
  • Naming conventions and append-only rules: explains filename formats, date-based folders, and how to maintain continuity without duplicates.
  • Wikilink-driven context: describes how to connect documents with [[links]] and maintain thread awareness across notes.

Quick Start

Start in Daily Projects/YYYY-MM-DD/ to begin a new execution, then propagate insights to Weekly Notes and Snippets as work evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions about brain-operating-system

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I organize my second-brain workspace to reduce cognitive load?▼

To organize a second-brain workspace, use a clear directory map with folders like Daily Projects and Weekly Notes, enforce naming conventions, and apply append-only rules to reduce cognitive load and maintain consistency.

What naming conventions should I use for daily project planning and note-taking?▼

For daily project planning and note-taking, use date-based folders like YYYY-MM-DD and follow specific filename formats to maintain continuity and avoid duplicate files across your workspace.

Can I use wikilinks to connect documents in a knowledge management workflow?▼

Yes, you can use wikilinks like [[links]] to connect documents in a knowledge management workflow, maintaining thread awareness and context across your notes as work evolves.

What is the best way to start a new execution in a second-brain note-taking system?▼

The best way to start a new execution in a second-brain note-taking system is to begin in Daily Projects/YYYY-MM-DD/, then propagate insights to Weekly Notes and Snippets as your work evolves.

How does an append-only rule work for workspace organization?▼

An append-only rule for workspace organization works by enforcing continuous documentation within date-based folders, preventing duplicate files and ensuring historical context is never overwritten during knowledge management.

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