labarchive-integration

Manage LabArchives ELN notebooks, entries, and attachments via REST API.

Updated Jan 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/robinbarvaag/poynt --skill labarchive-integration-robinbarvaag
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Skill: labarchive-integration
Source: https://github.com/robinbarvaag/poynt/tree/main/.github/skills/labarchive-integration
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/robinbarvaag/poynt --skill labarchive-integration-robinbarvaag

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires labarchives-py, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates interactions with the LabArchives Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN) platform, enabling programmatic management of notebooks, entries, and data.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Notebook Management: List, backup, and manage notebook configurations.
  • Entry & Attachment Handling: Create new entries, upload files, and add comments.
  • Integration: Facilitates integration with other scientific tools like Protocols.io, Jupyter, and REDCap.
  • Use Case: Automatically back up all your lab notebooks nightly, or programmatically upload experimental results and associated data files to specific entries.

Quick Start

Use the labarchive-integration skill to backup your notebook with ID '12345' to the '~/backups' directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about labarchive-integration

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate LabArchives notebook backup to a local directory?

Automate LabArchives notebook backup by using this Skill to interact with the ELN REST API, listing notebook configurations, and programmatically saving notebook data to a specified local directory. It enables automated research data governance and nightly backups.

Can I programmatically upload files and create entries in an Electronic Lab Notebook?

Yes, you can programmatically create new entries and upload file attachments to the LabArchives Electronic Lab Notebook via its REST API. This allows automated uploading of experimental results and associated data files directly to specific entries.

Does the LabArchives REST API support integration with scientific tools like Jupyter and REDCap?

Yes, LabArchives REST API integration supports connecting with scientific tools like Protocols.io, Jupyter, and REDCap. This facilitates third-party system integrations and enables automated ELN workflows for research data management.

How does programmatic ELN data management work for site-wide reporting?

Programmatic ELN data management for site-wide reporting works by authenticating with the LabArchives REST API to query, list, and extract notebook data across the platform. This enables centralized research data governance and automated reporting workflows.

Do I need the labarchives-py dependency to manage scientific documentation via API?

Yes, this Skill requires the labarchives-py dependency to manage scientific documentation programmatically. It serves as the underlying library enabling authentication, notebook management, and data interactions with the LabArchives REST API.