napkin

Maintains a persistent markdown record of mistakes and corrections in research workflows.

37|1|Updated Feb 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/letitbk/claude-academic-setup --skill napkin-letitbk
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Skill: napkin
Source: https://github.com/letitbk/claude-academic-setup/tree/main/skills/napkin
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/letitbk/claude-academic-setup --skill napkin-letitbk

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps research teams and individuals maintain a living memory of mistakes, corrections, and effective strategies across sessions, fostering continual improvement.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Persistent Memory: Reads and updates a markdown napkin file within your project repository, serving as an ongoing record of lessons learned.
  • Session Integration: Automatically activates every session to log errors, corrections, and successful patterns, enhancing workflow consistency.
  • Use Case: For example, if during data analysis you discover an incorrect assumption, you log this to avoid repeating the same mistake in future sessions. Over time, the napkin becomes a personalized knowledge base.

Quick Start

Activate the napkin skill by cloning its repository to your project at ~/.claude/skills/napkin and it will automatically read and update your .claude/napkin.md file during your sessions.

Frequently Asked Questions about napkin

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

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How do I track mistakes and corrections in my research workflow?

To track mistakes and corrections in your research workflow, this Skill maintains a persistent markdown record of errors, corrections, and best practices. It automatically logs these entries into a project file during each session, ensuring continual learning and process optimization.

What is continuous learning in data analysis and how does persistent memory help?

Continuous learning in data analysis relies on persistent memory to retain lessons learned across sessions. By automatically maintaining a living record of incorrect assumptions and successful patterns, it prevents repeating errors and fosters iterative improvement over time.

How do I log research notes and errors automatically within a project repository?

You log research notes and errors automatically by cloning the Skill into your project's designated directory. Once installed, it activates every session to read and update a dedicated markdown file, seamlessly integrating error tracking into your documentation tasks.

Can I use this error tracking method for coding and documentation tasks?

Yes, you can use this error tracking method for coding and documentation tasks. It specifically applies to iterative workflows where logging incorrect assumptions and recording corrections is critical for ongoing reference and process optimization.

Does this approach to knowledge management require external dependencies?

No, this approach to knowledge management requires no external dependencies. It operates entirely within your local environment by reading and updating a markdown file stored directly in your project repository.

What is the best way to maintain a living memory of corrections across research sessions?

The best way to maintain a living memory of corrections across research sessions is using an automated tracking system that logs errors and best practices directly into your project. This ensures updates are integrated seamlessly for ongoing reference without manual intervention.