live-notes

Capture user input verbatim and synthesize it into structured markdown files.

Updated May 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yes506/ai-driven-items --skill live-notes
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Skill: live-notes
Source: https://github.com/yes506/ai-driven-items/tree/main/skills/live-notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yes506/ai-driven-items --skill live-notes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the friction of context-switching during deep work by providing a persistent, distraction-free buffer for capturing ideas, meeting notes, or bug investigations without requiring you to leave your current workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Capture Mode: Silently buffers your input verbatim until you signal completion, ensuring no loss of thought.
  • Intelligent Synthesis: Automatically organizes raw notes into structured markdown files with TL;DR summaries and optional web-researched references.
  • Use Case: During a complex coding session, use this to dump random thoughts or bug symptoms as they occur, then have the skill synthesize them into a clean, Obsidian-compatible note once you finish your task.

Quick Start

Invoke the live-notes skill to start a new note-taking session and begin typing your thoughts immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions about live-notes

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

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How do I capture markdown notes without interrupting my workflow?

To capture markdown notes without interrupting your workflow, use a stateful buffer that records input verbatim until you signal completion. This allows you to dump thoughts continuously during deep work and synthesize them into structured files later.

Does live-notes support Obsidian-compatible markdown output?

Yes, live-notes supports Obsidian-compatible markdown output by automatically synthesizing raw input into structured files. It formats the final notes with TL;DR summaries and optional web-researched references suitable for Obsidian vaults.

What is the best way to organize raw meeting notes into structured markdown?

The best way to organize raw meeting notes into structured markdown is using an intelligent synthesis buffer. It captures your unformatted text verbatim during the session and automatically generates a clean, structured markdown file with a TL;DR summary upon completion.

Can I use live-notes for bug investigation tracking during a coding session?

Yes, you can use live-notes for bug investigation tracking during a coding session. It silently buffers bug symptoms and random thoughts as they occur without context-switching, then synthesizes them into a clean markdown note once you finish the task.

How does crash recovery protect note-taking sessions?

Crash recovery protects note-taking sessions by implementing robust stateful buffers and atomic file writing. This ensures data integrity across session interruptions, preserving your verbatim input and preventing data loss if the application crashes unexpectedly.