compound-docs

Generate categorized Markdown solution notes with YAML frontmatter.

Updated Jan 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/8b-is/8b-is-mp --skill compound-docs-8b-is
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Skill: compound-docs
Source: https://github.com/8b-is/8b-is-mp/tree/main/plugins/compound-engineering/skills/compound-docs
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/8b-is/8b-is-mp --skill compound-docs-8b-is

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill captures solved problems as categorized documentation with YAML frontmatter, creating a centralized knowledge base that can be quickly searched and reused across projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatically document after confirmation, creating one Markdown file per issue under docs/solutions/[category].
  • Use templates from assets/resolution-template.md to ensure consistent structure and searchable metadata.
  • Cross-reference related issues and detect recurring patterns to build a library of solutions.

Quick Start

After a solution is verified, respond with confirmation; the Skill will generate a Markdown doc placed under docs/solutions/[CATEGORY]/[FILENAME].md using the templates.

Frequently Asked Questions about compound-docs

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically document solved engineering problems into a searchable knowledge base?

After a solution is verified, simply confirm it in the conversation. The Skill immediately generates a Markdown document placed under docs/solutions/[CATEGORY]/[FILENAME].md, using a predefined resolution template to ensure consistent structure and searchable metadata for your knowledge base.

How does YAML frontmatter improve engineering documentation searchability?

YAML frontmatter improves engineering documentation searchability by embedding validated metadata schemas directly into Markdown files. This allows fast-search knowledge bases to index and retrieve categorized resolution notes based on structured fields rather than relying solely on full-text content scanning.

Can I use this automated documentation workflow to detect recurring engineering issues?

Yes, this automated documentation workflow detects recurring patterns by cross-referencing related issues during the document generation process. It uses conversation context and a validated YAML schema to map connections between new solutions and existing categorized notes in your knowledge base.

Do I need any external dependencies to generate categorized Markdown notes for my solutions?

No external dependencies are required to generate categorized Markdown notes. The Skill relies entirely on its internal assets, specifically the resolution-template.md file, alongside conversation context to populate and format the YAML frontmatter and Markdown content automatically.

What is the best way to structure a knowledge base from resolved software engineering issues?

The best way to structure a knowledge base from resolved software issues is generating one Markdown file per problem under docs/solutions/<category>. Using a standardized resolution template with YAML frontmatter ensures every document captures consistent metadata for fast retrieval and pattern detection.