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commit-capture

Extract git commit metadata and write structured notes to an Obsidian vault.

Updated Feb 19, 2026
Search Tags:#git#version control#context capture#commit#Obsidian
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nhangen/claude-obsidian-plugin --skill commit-capture
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agentโ–ผ
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: commit-capture
Source: https://github.com/nhangen/claude-obsidian-plugin/tree/main/skills/commit-capture
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nhangen/claude-obsidian-plugin --skill commit-capture

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

๐Ÿ’ก This Skill requires git, obsidian, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the capture of conversation context around git commits, ensuring that the context and reasoning behind each commit are preserved in an Obsidian vault.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic Commit Capture: Automatically captures the conversation context from git commits and stores it in an Obsidian vault.
  • Contextual Data Extraction: Extracts metadata such as commit hash, message, branch, and files from git commits.
  • Use Case: After a git commit, this Skill automatically creates a note in an Obsidian vault containing the commit metadata and the conversation context, making it easier to review and reference past work.

Quick Start

After making a git commit, the Skill will automatically capture the context and create a note in the Obsidian vault at the specified path.

Frequently Asked Questions about commit-capture

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically save git commit context to Obsidian?โ–ผ

To automatically capture git commit context to Obsidian, you can use a Skill that extracts metadata like commit hash, message, branch, and files, then writes it as a structured note into your Obsidian vault.

What is the best way to preserve the conversation reasoning behind a git commit?โ–ผ

Preserving the conversation reasoning behind a git commit involves capturing the context automatically and storing it in an Obsidian vault, ensuring the logic and metadata for each commit are documented as structured notes.

Do I need git and Obsidian installed to capture commit notes automatically?โ–ผ

Yes, you need both git and Obsidian installed to automatically capture commit notes, as the Skill extracts metadata from git commits and writes the resulting structured notes directly into an Obsidian vault.

How does automatic commit context extraction work with Obsidian?โ–ผ

Automatic commit context extraction works by intercepting git commit metadata such as the branch, hash, and files, then automatically generating and saving a corresponding contextual note within a specified Obsidian vault path.

Can I create structured Obsidian notes directly from git commits?โ–ผ

Yes, you can create structured Obsidian notes directly from git commits by extracting metadata such as commit messages and hashes, which are then automatically formatted and saved into your Obsidian vault.

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