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obsidian-literature-workflow

Automate literature review in Obsidian with Zotero metadata and a literature canvas.

2|Updated Jul 9, 2026
Search Tags:#zotero#knowledge base#obsidian#literature review#academic research
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npx skills add https://github.com/koki3141/codex-global-skills --skill obsidian-literature-workflow-koki3141
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Skill: obsidian-literature-workflow
Source: https://github.com/koki3141/codex-global-skills/tree/main/obsidian-literature-workflow
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/koki3141/codex-global-skills --skill obsidian-literature-workflow-koki3141

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python, zotero, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the literature review process within an Obsidian project, integrating Zotero for metadata and offering a default literature canvas.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Obsidian Integration: Connects with an Obsidian project to manage literature notes.
  • Zotero Ingestion: Pulls metadata and full text from Zotero into Obsidian.
  • Literature Canvas: Generates a visual representation of the literature structure.
  • Use Case: Ideal for researchers or students who want to organize and review academic papers within an Obsidian knowledge base.

Quick Start

Use the obsidian-literature-workflow skill to update the literature canvas in your Obsidian project.

Frequently Asked Questions about obsidian-literature-workflow

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I integrate Zotero with an Obsidian knowledge base for literature review?▼

To integrate Zotero with an Obsidian knowledge base for literature review, this workflow pulls metadata and full text directly from Zotero into Obsidian to automate ingestion and organize notes visually.

What's the best way to visualize paper relationships in Obsidian?▼

The best way to visualize paper relationships in Obsidian is by using a default literature canvas. This workflow generates a visual representation of the literature structure, enabling visual knowledge synthesis and mapping connections between academic papers.

Do I need Python to run the Zotero and Obsidian literature workflow?▼

Yes, you need Python to run the Zotero and Obsidian literature workflow. Python is strictly required for executing the internal scripts that automate metadata management and ingest data into your project.

Can I pull full text and metadata from Zotero into Obsidian automatically?▼

Yes, you can automatically pull full text and metadata from Zotero into Obsidian. This workflow automates the literature review process by ingesting references directly from Zotero, eliminating manual data entry for researchers and students.

Does the Obsidian literature canvas update dynamically when new papers are added?▼

The Obsidian literature canvas updates by running the workflow command to refresh the visualization. It generates a visual representation of the current literature structure, reflecting newly added papers and updated metadata from Zotero.

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