memento-flashcards

Convert facts and text into spaced-repetition flashcards with scheduling.

Updated May 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/JamesFincher/gengar --skill memento-flashcards-jamesfincher
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: memento-flashcards
Source: https://github.com/JamesFincher/gengar/tree/main/optional-skills/productivity/memento-flashcards
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JamesFincher/gengar --skill memento-flashcards-jamesfincher

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires youtube-transcript-api, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Memento Flashcards turns raw facts, text, and video transcripts into reviewable flashcards so you can reliably remember information using spaced repetition.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Save facts as Q/A cards: Convert a statement into a recall question and a concise answer.
  • Review with adaptive scheduling: Grade free-text answers and automatically schedule the next review based on spaced-repetition intervals.
  • Generate quizzes from YouTube transcripts: Fetch a transcript and create a 5-question quiz you can answer and grade.
  • Manage your deck: Export and import decks as CSV, track stats, and retire cards that you’ve mastered.

Quick Start

Ask the agent to turn this statement into a flashcard: "Remember that the speed of light in vacuum is approximately 299,792 km/s."

Frequently Asked Questions about memento-flashcards

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create spaced repetition flashcards from raw text or facts?

To create spaced repetition flashcards, provide the agent with a statement or fact, and it will convert the text into a recall question and a concise answer, storing the card locally in a JSON file for scheduled review.

Can I generate flashcards or quizzes from a YouTube transcript?

Yes, you can generate flashcards and quizzes from a YouTube transcript by having the agent fetch the transcript using the API and automatically create a 5-question quiz for you to answer and grade.

How do I export and import my flashcard deck using CSV?

You can export and import your flashcard deck as a CSV file by calling the provided scripts, allowing you to manage cards, track review stats, and retire mastered items across different sessions.

How does free-text grading work for due card reviews?

During due card reviews, you provide a free-text answer, and the agent grades your response to automatically schedule the next review date based on adaptive spaced-repetition intervals.

Do I need any specific dependencies to run this flashcard generator?

Yes, the flashcard generator requires the youtube-transcript-api dependency to fetch video transcripts, and it relies on local scripts to add cards, list due items, rate answers, and manage deck data.

What is the best way to turn a YouTube video transcript into reviewable flashcards?

The best way to turn a YouTube transcript into reviewable flashcards is to fetch the transcript via the API, generate a 5-question quiz, grade your answers, and export the deck to CSV for future spaced-repetition reviews.