init

Configure researcher profiles, analyze writing style, and index research sources.

1|Updated Mar 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yodem/academic-writer --skill init-yodem
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: init
Source: https://github.com/yodem/academic-writer/tree/main/plugins/academic-writer/skills/init
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yodem/academic-writer --skill init-yodem

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the initial setup process for the Academic Writer, ensuring all necessary configurations, profile details, and tool integrations are correctly established for a seamless writing experience.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Profile Configuration: Sets up your researcher profile, including field of study, language, and citation style.
  • Style Analysis: Learns your unique writing voice by analyzing past articles.
  • Tool Integration: Detects and enables essential tools like Candlekeep and Cognetivy.
  • Source Indexing: Indexes your research library for easy access.
  • Use Case: When you first install Academic Writer, running this Skill guides you through a personalized onboarding process, preparing the tool to write in your specific style and with your research sources.

Quick Start

Run the init command to begin the first-time setup for Academic Writer.

Frequently Asked Questions about init

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

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How do I set up my academic writing environment for the first time?

To set up your academic writing environment, run the init command to trigger a multi-phase onboarding process that configures your researcher profile, analyzes past articles for style fingerprinting, and indexes research sources via Candlekeep.

Can I configure my researcher profile with specific citation styles and language preferences?

You can configure your researcher profile during setup by specifying your field of study, preferred language, and required citation style. This profile definition ensures the writing environment adapts to your specific academic discipline.

How does style analysis work when personalizing an academic writing assistant?

Style analysis works by examining your past articles to learn your unique writing voice. The setup process extracts a style fingerprint from your previous work, ensuring generated content matches your personal academic tone and structure.

Does the onboarding process support indexing existing research sources?

The onboarding process supports source management by indexing your existing research library via Candlekeep. This integration detects available tools and ensures your research sources are easily accessible during writing.

What is the best way to integrate external research tools with an academic writing configuration?

The best way to integrate external research tools is through the setup's integration detection phase. It automatically detects and enables essential tools like Candlekeep for source indexing and Cognetivy to streamline your workflow.