draft-latex

Draft and revise LaTeX sections in Overleaf-tracked repositories with enforced voice and citation discipline.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#latex #git-workflow #academic-writing #citation-management #overleaf #section-drafting

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/yxy23/praxis --skill draft-latex

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: draft-latex
Source: https://github.com/yxy23/praxis/tree/main/skills/draft-latex
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yxy23/praxis --skill draft-latex

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Drafting and revising LaTeX papers in Overleaf-tracked repos is error-prone and time-consuming without a structured workflow. This skill enforces voice rules, citation discipline, and a disciplined Git workflow to keep sections consistent and properly cited.

Core Features & Use Cases

Draft new sections from outlines and notes, preserving voice and structure.
Surgical revise existing sections to address reviewer feedback without rewrites.
Bib-check before submission to ensure all citations resolve in bibliography.bib.
Split long sections into subsections for readability and maintainability.
Load project context automatically from the paper's Knowledge section and scaffold files when needed.

Quick Start

Draft a new LaTeX section by specifying the project slug and section name to /draft-latex.

Frequently Asked Questions about draft-latex

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I draft LaTeX sections in Overleaf with enforced citation discipline?▼

Yes, you can surgically revise existing LaTeX sections to address reviewer feedback without full rewrites. The skill targets specific text segments for modification while preserving the surrounding document structure, voice, and established citation formatting.

What do I need to set up before drafting LaTeX papers with a git workflow?▼

Before drafting, establish an Overleaf-tracked repository containing a project context file at projects/<paper-slug>.md and a bibliography.bib file. These provide the necessary project knowledge and citation definitions for enforced academic writing discipline.

How does git version control work when drafting LaTeX sections?▼

Git version control executes a disciplined workflow of pulling, committing, and pushing on milestones during LaTeX drafting. This ensures section changes are consistently tracked and synchronized with the Overleaf remote repository at each major revision milestone.

Can I check BibTeX citations against bibliography.bib before submission?▼

Yes, running a Bib-check validates that all citations used in the LaTeX sections resolve correctly against entries in bibliography.bib. This ensures citation discipline and prevents unresolved reference errors before final paper submission.

What is the best way to split long LaTeX sections into subsections?▼

The best way to split long LaTeX sections is to use a targeted splitting function that maintains voice consistency and structural integrity. This process divides lengthy text into readable subsections while preserving the original git tracking and citation discipline.