note

Append timestamped notes to a scratchpad with cross-repo awareness.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mattfuster/aisef-setup --skill note-mattfuster
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: note
Source: https://github.com/mattfuster/aisef-setup/tree/main/.claude/skills/note
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mattfuster/aisef-setup --skill note-mattfuster

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Quickly capture thoughts and ideas by appending timestamped notes to a central scratchpad, ensuring important context isn't lost.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Timestamped, append-only notes to your scratchpad to preserve context.
  • Cross-repo aware: when used from an implementation repo, writes to the hub path with repo context.
  • Auto-initializes missing scratchpad files and directories to enable immediate note-taking.

Quick Start

Say "note" to append a timestamped entry to your scratchpad.

Frequently Asked Questions about note

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I save timestamped notes to a scratchpad across multiple repositories?

To save timestamped notes across repos, use an append-only scratchpad tool that automatically writes entries with local timestamps to a central hub path, preserving context when switching between implementation repositories.

What is the best way to capture quick engineering ideas without losing context?

The best way to capture quick ideas is appending timestamped notes to a central scratchpad. This approach requires minimal friction, auto-initializes missing files, and prevents lost thoughts during active development.

Does this scratchpad note-taking approach work within an implementation repo?

Yes, the scratchpad note-taking approach works within implementation repos by being cross-repo aware. It automatically redirects writes to the hub path while retaining the specific repo context for each entry.

How do I start appending notes if my scratchpad file does not exist yet?

To start appending notes without an existing file, the scratchpad tool auto-initializes missing files and directories automatically. This enables immediate note-taking without manual setup or prerequisite file creation.

Can I use a cross-repo scratchpad to prevent lost ideas during development?

Yes, you can use a cross-repo scratchpad to prevent lost ideas. It captures thoughts using append-only writes with per-entry timestamps, ensuring important context is safely preserved across hub and implementation repositories.

Are there limitations to using append-only writes for scratchpad notes?

A limitation of append-only writes for scratchpad notes is that existing entries cannot be edited or deleted. This design intentionally preserves an immutable, timestamped history of all captured ideas and context.