obsidian-daily-summary

Aggregate linked meetings and notes into an Obsidian daily summary.

Updated Jan 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ketronkowski/skills --skill obsidian-daily-summary
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Skill: obsidian-daily-summary
Source: https://github.com/ketronkowski/skills/tree/main/obsidian-daily-summary
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ketronkowski/skills --skill obsidian-daily-summary

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Obsidian daily notes often require time-consuming manual summarization of meetings, notes, and conversations. This skill automates the process by generating a concise daily summary for the day, helping you review outcomes quickly.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic Daily Summary: Generates a structured summary for a given date by aggregating linked meetings, notes, and conversations.
  • Placement & Format: Inserts or updates a ## Daily Summary section in the daily note, aligning with the existing daily note structure.
  • Flexible Targeting: Works with dates implied by the daily note filename or explicit user date specification.
  • Review & Refinement: Produces content suitable for quick scoping by teams or personal reflection.

Quick Start

Use the Obsidian Daily Summary Generator to create a daily summary for a specific day. Steps:

  1. Open the target daily note (YYYY-MM-DD.md).
  2. Ensure the daily note contains sections for meetings and notes.
  3. Run the generator to aggregate linked content and insert a new ## Daily Summary section.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian-daily-summary

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I generate daily summaries from Obsidian notes automatically?

To generate daily summaries from Obsidian notes, open your target daily note (YYYY-MM-DD.md), ensure it contains sections for meetings and notes, and run the generator to aggregate linked content into a new Daily Summary section.

Can I aggregate meetings and conversations into an Obsidian daily note?

Yes, you can aggregate meetings and conversations into an Obsidian daily note by using Dataview-like queries to fetch linked content from /Meetings/ and /Notes/ folders, consolidating the information for a specified date.

Does the daily summary generator require the Dataview plugin to work?

The daily summary generator uses Dataview-like queries to fetch linked content from /Meetings/ and /Notes/ directories, but the metadata does not list Dataview as a strict dependency, suggesting it mimics the functionality independently.

What is the best way to summarize linked notes for a specific date in Obsidian?

The best way to summarize linked notes for a specific date in Obsidian is to use a generator that applies Dataview-like queries to aggregate content, inserting or updating a structured Daily Summary section directly in your daily note.

How does the daily summary handle dates implied by the daily note filename?

The daily summary handles dates by targeting the date implied by the daily note filename (YYYY-MM-DD.md) or by accepting an explicit user date specification to fetch and consolidate the correct linked content.

Will the daily summary update an existing summary section in place?

Yes, the daily summary updates the daily note in place by inserting or updating the Daily Summary section, aligning with your existing daily note structure without creating duplicate entries.