memo-writing

Document session decisions and context into structured memos with YAML frontmatter and Markdown body.

6|2|Updated Mar 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/linxule/memex-plugin --skill memo-writing
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: memo-writing
Source: https://github.com/linxule/memex-plugin/tree/main/skills/memo-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/linxule/memex-plugin --skill memo-writing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Memo writing helps you capture and preserve the full context of a session, including key decisions, tensions, and open threads, so future work can resume quickly without losing value.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured memo templates that enforce consistency across sessions.
  • Open Threads tracking to capture next actions and unresolved questions.
  • Context-rich narratives that preserve decisions, tradeoffs, and user/AI perspectives for auditing and handoffs.
  • Searchable links and wikilinks to connect memos across the vault.

Quick Start

Invoke /memex:save to create a structured memo for the current session.

Frequently Asked Questions about memo-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I document session decisions and context into structured memos?

To document session decisions into structured memos, apply templates that enforce consistency across sessions, capturing key decisions, tradeoffs, and open threads to preserve long-term rationale.

What is the best way to track open threads and next actions for future work?

Tracking open threads and next actions requires capturing unresolved questions and context within structured memos, ensuring future work can resume quickly without losing value from previous sessions.

How do I preserve context and rationale for debugging or design discussions?

Preserving context for debugging and design discussions involves writing context-rich narratives that record user and AI perspectives, tradeoffs, and decisions for future auditing and handoffs.

Do I need a specific format to create session notes for decision tracking?

Session notes conform to a structured format with YAML frontmatter and a Markdown body, optionally including resource directories to connect documentation with searchable links and wikilinks.

Can I connect memos across my vault using searchable links and wikilinks?

Yes, memos can be connected across the vault using searchable links and wikilinks, allowing you to build a network of context-rich documentation that preserves decisions and open threads.

When should I use memo writing for capturing session notes?

Memo writing is ideal for coaching, debugging, and design discussions where long-term rationale matters, specifically when you need to preserve tensions, decisions, and context for future auditing.