latex-writing

Create and maintain LaTeX documents with biblatex and latexmk.

Updated May 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/iani-kuli/harness_bro --skill latex-writing-iani-kuli
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Skill: latex-writing
Source: https://github.com/iani-kuli/harness_bro/tree/main/.claude/skills/curated/latex-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/iani-kuli/harness_bro --skill latex-writing-iani-kuli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill streamlines the creation, editing, and management of complex LaTeX documents, reducing the friction associated with formatting, bibliography management, and build processes for academic and technical papers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Authoring: Provides templates for articles, reports, and presentations with pre-configured preamble and sectioning.
  • Build Automation: Simplifies the compilation process using latexmk, ensuring consistent output and bibliography handling.
  • Use Case: Use this skill to set up a new research paper project, manage cross-references and citations, or troubleshoot compilation errors in an existing Overleaf-synced repository.

Quick Start

Use the latex-writing skill to initialize a new article project structure in the current directory.

Frequently Asked Questions about latex-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate LaTeX compilation and bibliography management for academic writing?

Automate LaTeX compilation using latexmk to ensure consistent output and handle bibliography resolution. This approach streamlines academic writing by managing build processes and cross-references automatically, reducing manual intervention.

What is the best way to structure a technical documentation project in LaTeX?

Structure technical documentation projects using pre-configured templates for articles, reports, and presentations. These templates provide standardized preamble settings and sectioning to maintain consistent formatting across documents.

Can I manage biblatex citations in an Overleaf-synced repository?

Yes, you can manage biblatex citations within an Overleaf-synced repository. The skill supports bibliography management with biblatex and integrates with git for version control to track citation changes.

Do I need a standard TeX Live distribution to use latexmk for document builds?

Yes, a standard TeX Live distribution is required to use latexmk for automated compilation workflows. The build automation relies on these standard TeX Live tools to process documents and resolve dependencies.

How to troubleshoot LaTeX compilation errors in an existing research paper?

Troubleshoot LaTeX compilation errors by utilizing the automated build workflow to identify failure points. The skill helps diagnose issues in existing research papers by standardizing the compilation process.

Why does my LaTeX bibliography not resolve correctly when compiling technical papers?

Your LaTeX bibliography may not resolve due to inconsistent compilation steps. Using latexmk automates the multiple required passes, ensuring biblatex references are correctly extracted and linked in technical papers.