doc-coauthoring

Guide collaborative document writing through context gathering, drafting, reader testing, and fact-checking.

Updated May 4, 2026

Search Tags:#fact-checking #collaboration #co-authoring #structured workflow #document writing

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/cjohnhanson/almanac --skill doc-coauthoring-cjohnhanson

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Skill: doc-coauthoring
Source: https://github.com/cjohnhanson/almanac/tree/main/skills/doc-coauthoring
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cjohnhanson/almanac --skill doc-coauthoring-cjohnhanson

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of collaborative writing for substantial documents, providing a structured workflow to streamline the co-authoring process.

Core Features & Use Cases

Structured Workflow: Guides users through four stages: context gathering, section-by-section drafting, reader testing, and fact-checking.
Collaborative Drafting: Facilitates collaboration between users and AI agents for writing substantial documents.
Use Case: Ideal for writing design documents, RFCs, specs, proposals, and long-form prose, where a structured, collaborative approach is required.

Quick Start

Initiate the doc-coauthoring skill and provide the context for your document. The AI will assist with drafting sections, testing, and fact-checking.

Frequently Asked Questions about doc-coauthoring

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

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What is the best way to co-author substantial documents with AI?▼

Co-authoring substantial documents requires a structured workflow that guides context gathering, section-by-section drafting, reader testing, and fact-checking to streamline the collaborative writing process.

How do I write design documents and RFCs using a structured workflow?▼

Writing design documents and RFCs involves initiating a co-authoring skill, providing document context, and letting the AI assist with drafting sections, testing readability, and fact-checking the final content.

Can I use AI to fact-check and test readability while drafting long-form prose?▼

Yes, you can use AI to fact-check and test readability while drafting long-form prose. The structured co-authoring workflow integrates reader testing and fact-checking stages directly into the section-by-section drafting process.

Does collaborative document writing require user input for context and direction?▼

Collaborative document writing does require user input for context and direction. The AI relies on your initial context to guide the structured workflow, utilizing AI specifically for drafting and verification tasks.

What are the limitations of using a structured workflow for document co-authoring?▼

The limitation of structured document co-authoring is that it requires substantial user input for context and direction. The AI cannot autonomously generate substantial documents without your active participation throughout the drafting stages.