notes

Create and organize denote/org-mode notes with timestamped filenames and tags.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vdemeester/home --skill notes-vdemeester
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Skill: notes
Source: https://github.com/vdemeester/home/tree/main/dots/.config/claude/skills/Notes
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vdemeester/home --skill notes-vdemeester

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you create, organize, and manage notes using denote format and org-mode, enabling consistent naming, easy retrieval, and structured knowledge capture.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Describe and organize notes using denote's standardized filename conventions and org-mode metadata.
  • Group notes by tags, dates, and categories for efficient knowledge management.
  • Templates and workflows to capture learnings, meeting notes, and reference material.

Quick Start

Example: organize a meeting note titled "Planning session" in the notes folder using denote/org-mode. Example: org-manager denote-create "Planning session" "planning,meeting" --directory=~/desktop/org/notes

Frequently Asked Questions about notes

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create notes with consistent naming in denote and org-mode?

Denote uses timestamped filenames (YYYYMMDDTHHMMSS format) with optional signatures to standardize note naming. This Skill automates note creation with denote conventions and org-mode metadata, ensuring every note follows the same structure for easy retrieval and organization.

What's the best way to organize notes by tags and categories?

This Skill groups notes by tags, dates, and categories within denote and org-mode, enabling efficient knowledge management. You assign tags during note creation, and the Skill structures files and metadata so related notes are discoverable together.

Can I automate batch note creation with denote and org-mode?

Yes. This Skill supports batch creation via org-manager, letting you generate multiple denote/org-mode notes at once with standardized naming, headers, and tags. Manual creation guidance is also provided for individual notes.

Do I need prior knowledge of denote format to use org-mode notes?

No prerequisite knowledge is required. This Skill handles denote formatting and org-mode header metadata automatically, so you focus on note content while the Skill enforces standardized file structure and naming conventions.

How do I capture meeting notes and learnings in a structured way?

This Skill provides templates and workflows for capturing meeting notes and reference material using denote and org-mode. You supply the title and tags, and the Skill creates a properly formatted file with metadata ready for your content.

What file structure and naming pattern does denote use?

Denote uses a YYYYMMDDTHHMMSS timestamp prefix with optional signature and title, stored as org-mode files. This Skill automates applying that pattern and creating org-mode headers and metadata so your notes are instantly organized and retrievable by date, signature, and tag.