extract-todo

Extract action items from unstructured notes and route them to project TODO files.

12|2|Updated Jun 8, 2026

Search Tags:#project management #action items #task routing #brain dump #todo extraction #note triage

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/Loringtonian/second-brain-template --skill extract-todo

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: extract-todo
Source: https://github.com/Loringtonian/second-brain-template/tree/main/.claude/skills/extract-todo
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Loringtonian/second-brain-template --skill extract-todo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill prevents action items from getting lost inside long notes, brain dumps, and brainstorming text by extracting them into trackable TODO entries.

Core Features & Use Cases

Action Item Detection: Finds explicit and implicit tasks such as reminders, requests, research needs, and future intentions.
Project Routing: Sends each task to the correct project-specific TODO file based on its content category.
Traceable Formatting: Preserves the original wording and adds a source reference so tasks can be audited later.
Use Case: A brain dump mentions follow-ups for multiple projects, personal habits, and a research question, and the Skill splits them into separate TODO lines in the right files.

Quick Start

Use extract-todo to find every actionable item in this note and route each one to the correct TODO file.

Frequently Asked Questions about extract-todo

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I extract action items from unstructured notes and brain dumps?▼

To extract action items from unstructured notes, you need a tool that identifies explicit and implicit tasks within brain dumps, preserving original wording and adding source references for traceability. This separates trackable TODO entries from long text.

What is the best way to route extracted tasks to different project TODO files?▼

Routing extracted tasks to different project TODO files requires deterministic project routing based on content category. This ensures tasks separated from mixed personal or project notes are sent automatically to their correct project-specific TODO files.

How do I separate mixed personal and project tasks from a single brainstorming note?▼

To separate mixed personal and project tasks from a single brainstorming note, use note triage to detect explicit and implicit requests. It formats each task as a one-item-per-line entry and routes them to the correct category files.

Can I preserve the original wording when extracting tasks from intake transcripts?▼

Yes, you can preserve exact original wording when extracting tasks from intake transcripts. This exact intent preservation ensures traceable formatting, allowing audited tasks to retain their source references without altering the initial meaning.

Does todo extraction work for implicit tasks like future intentions and research needs?▼

Todo extraction works for implicit tasks like future intentions and research needs by applying action item detection to unstructured notes. It identifies these hidden tasks within brain dumps and formats them into trackable TODO lines.