new_entry

Creates dated, editable notes and manages them with Git LFS.

7|1|Updated Jan 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/benthomasson/shared-understanding --skill new-entry
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Skill: new_entry
Source: https://github.com/benthomasson/shared-understanding/tree/main/skills/new_entry
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/benthomasson/shared-understanding --skill new-entry

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the tedious task of manually creating and organizing dated documentation by providing a CLI tool that auto-generates date-based directories and standardized templates for every entry.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic Chronological Organization: Creates entries under entries/YYYY/MM/DD with consistent templates.
  • Template-Driven Content: Produces structured markdown templates for notes, research, and project documentation.
  • Editor Integration: Optionally opens the new file in the user's editor after creation.
  • Use Case: Quickly capture meeting notes or investigation findings with a dated, reusable format.

Quick Start

  • Basic usage - creates entry with today's date ./new_entry investigation-findings
  • With custom title ./new_entry ftl2-setup "FTL2 Package Setup"
  • Open in editor after creation ./new_entry --edit meeting-notes "Team Meeting Notes"

Frequently Asked Questions about new_entry

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate creating dated markdown documentation entries from the CLI?

Creating dated markdown documentation entries is automated by a Python CLI tool that generates date-based directories and standardized templates. It organizes files under an entries/YYYY/MM/DD folder structure for consistent knowledge logging.

What is the best way to organize meeting notes and investigation findings chronologically?

Organizing meeting notes and investigation findings chronologically is achieved by a CLI tool that auto-generates date-stamped directories. It stores entries under entries/YYYY/MM/DD, ensuring consistent chronological organization.

Do I need to install external Python dependencies to generate date-stamped documentation?

No external Python dependencies are required to generate date-stamped documentation. The tool operates using only the Python standard library, providing a lightweight, dependency-free solution for creating markdown entries.

Can I automatically open a new markdown template in my editor after creation?

Yes, you can automatically open a new markdown template in your editor by passing the --edit flag during creation. This optionally launches your configured editor immediately after the dated file is generated.

Does this documentation tool support custom titles for project milestone entries?

Yes, the documentation tool supports custom titles for project milestone entries. You can provide a custom title string as an argument to the CLI command, which is then applied to the generated markdown template.