glossary

Manage glossary entries with YAML frontmatter and CLI bulk operations.

2|Updated Jun 7, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/archetypal-cz/bashkirtseff --skill glossary-archetypal-cz
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Skill: glossary
Source: https://github.com/archetypal-cz/bashkirtseff/tree/main/.claude/skills/glossary
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/archetypal-cz/bashkirtseff --skill glossary-archetypal-cz

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides tools and guidelines for managing the encyclopedic glossary entries related to the Marie Bashkirtseff diary, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and discoverability of information about people, places, and concepts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Entry Management: Create, update, and restructure glossary entries using a standardized paragraph cluster format.
  • Cross-referencing: Link glossary entries to each other and to diary entries.
  • Data Validation: Enforces strict naming conventions and frontmatter requirements for glossary IDs and fields.
  • Use Case: When researching a historical figure mentioned in the diary, use this Skill to create or update their glossary entry, add relevant research notes, and link them to other related entities.

Quick Start

Use the glossary skill to add a new alias 'Maman' to the 'MARIE_BASHKIRTSEFF' entry.

Frequently Asked Questions about glossary

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure historical diary glossary entries with metadata?

Historical diary glossary entries use a paragraph cluster format with YAML frontmatter to store detailed metadata and research notes about people, places, and cultural concepts. This structure enforces strict ID validation and naming conventions for consistency.

What is the best way to cross-reference people and places in a diary glossary?

Cross-referencing glossary entries involves linking records about people, places, and concepts to each other and to specific historical diary entries. This ensures information discoverability and contextual accuracy across the research dataset.

Can I bulk move and merge glossary entries for historical research?

Yes, CLI tools provide bulk operations for moving, merging, and restructuring glossary entries. This allows you to efficiently manage and modify large sets of historical entries without manual individual edits.

How do I add an alias to an existing metadata glossary entry?

To add an alias to a glossary entry, you update the YAML frontmatter within the paragraph cluster format. For example, adding the alias 'Maman' involves modifying the metadata fields of the target entry like 'MARIE_BASHKIRTSEFF'.

What data validation rules apply when creating a glossary entry?

The glossary system enforces strict naming conventions and frontmatter requirements for entry IDs and fields. Data validation ensures that all structured metadata conforms to these rules before historical entries are accepted.

When do I need a structured glossary system for historical diary research?

You need a structured glossary system when researching historical figures, places, and concepts mentioned in diaries to maintain encyclopedic consistency, accuracy, and discoverability of linked information across texts.