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build-context

Parse LaTeX, Markdown, or PDF sources into a structured paper-context document.

58|10|Updated Apr 2, 2026
Search Tags:#pdf#markdown#research#audit#tex#paper-context
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Alexander-M-Dickerson/ai-asset-pricing --skill build-context
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: build-context
Source: https://github.com/Alexander-M-Dickerson/ai-asset-pricing/tree/main/.claude/skills/build-context
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Alexander-M-Dickerson/ai-asset-pricing --skill build-context

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill creates a structured, machine-readable guide (guidance/paper-context.md) from your research sources (LaTeX, PDF, or Markdown) to streamline auditing, writing, and manuscript preparation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Parse LaTeX (.tex), PDF (.pdf), and Markdown (.md) sources to extract identity elements (title, authors, abstract) and key results.
  • Assemble a standardized guidance/paper-context.md with sections for identity, abstract, results, terminology, sample, and citations.
  • Serve as a reusable context backbone for /audit-section, /check-consistency, /edit-section, and other paper-writing workflows.

Quick Start

Run the build-context skill to generate guidance/paper-context.md from your LaTeX, PDF, or Markdown sources.

Frequently Asked Questions about build-context

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate a structured context guide from LaTeX or PDF research notes?▼

A paper-context guide captures identity, abstract, key results, terminology, and sample details in a machine-readable format, enabling consistent audits, edits, and manuscript preparation across research collaborators.

Can I extract abstract and key results from a LaTeX .tex file for manuscript auditing?▼

Yes, you can extract abstract and key results from LaTeX .tex files. The skill parses LaTeX sources to capture title, authors, abstract, and results, assembling them into a standardized context document for audits.

Does this paper-context generation tool work with Markdown and PDF sources in addition to LaTeX?▼

Yes, the skill works with Markdown .md and PDF .pdf sources in addition to LaTeX .tex files. It parses all three formats to extract research identity elements and key results without requiring external dependencies.

What's the best way to create a machine-readable context document for research paper editing?▼

The best way is to run the skill on your project files, which outputs a standardized guidance/paper-context.md template capturing identity, abstract, results, terminology, sample, and citations for consistent manuscript preparation.

Do I need external dependencies to parse PDF and LaTeX files for a research context document?▼

No, you do not need external dependencies to parse PDF and LaTeX files for a research context document. The skill requires only your project files and outputs a standardized guidance/paper-context.md template with no external packages.

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