compound-docs

Captures solved problems as categorized documentation with YAML frontmatter.

Updated May 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/iliaal/compound-engineering-plugin --skill compound-docs-iliaal
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Skill: compound-docs
Source: https://github.com/iliaal/compound-engineering-plugin/tree/main/plugins/compound-engineering/skills/compound-docs
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/iliaal/compound-engineering-plugin --skill compound-docs-iliaal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires validate-frontmatter.sh, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the capture and categorization of solved problems, transforming them into searchable documentation to build institutional knowledge and prevent recurring issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Documentation: Captures context, root cause, and solutions from resolved issues.
  • Categorized Storage: Organizes documentation by problem type for fast lookup.
  • Use Case: After debugging a complex performance issue, this Skill automatically creates a detailed markdown file with the problem, solution, and prevention steps, making it easily discoverable for future reference.

Quick Start

Use the compound-docs skill to document the solution to the recent authentication bug.

Frequently Asked Questions about compound-docs

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I document solved problems for reuse after debugging?

To document solved problems for reuse, you can capture the context, root cause, and solution from resolved issues into categorized markdown files with YAML frontmatter. This creates searchable documentation that prevents recurring issues in your institutional knowledge base.

What is the best way to build a searchable knowledge base from troubleshooting sessions?

Building a searchable knowledge base from troubleshooting sessions involves capturing the problem context, root cause, and prevention steps, then categorizing them by problem type. This approach transforms resolved issues into fast-lookup documentation for future reference.

How do I create markdown documentation with YAML frontmatter for resolved issues?

Creating markdown documentation with YAML frontmatter for resolved issues requires capturing the problem, solution, and prevention steps from your debugging context. The process organizes this data into categorized files, making it easily discoverable for future lookup.

Does this problem documentation approach work with existing file system operations?

Yes, this problem documentation approach integrates directly with conversation context and file system operations. It captures resolved issue details and saves them as categorized markdown files on your file system to build a searchable institutional knowledge base.

When should I use categorized documentation for problem solving instead of standard notes?

You should use categorized documentation for problem solving when you need to save solutions for reuse and prevent recurring issues. It is specifically designed for capturing complex debugging context and root causes that standard notes cannot structure for fast lookup.