outline-builder

Build course outline scaffolds from syllabi and casebook excerpts.

Updated Dec 4, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PolliticalSolutions/political-portal --skill outline-builder-polliticalsolutions
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Skill: outline-builder
Source: https://github.com/PolliticalSolutions/political-portal/tree/main/.claude/skills/law-student/outline-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PolliticalSolutions/political-portal --skill outline-builder-polliticalsolutions

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It solves the problem of building a trustworthy course outline for studying and exams without relying on AI to write the substantive rules for you.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scaffold-first outlining: Builds the topic structure, headings, case placeholders, and exception slots from your syllabus or existing outline.
  • Learning-mode, not writing-for-you: Keeps you in the driver’s seat by prompting Socratic questions and inserting gap markers when source material is missing.
  • Source-integrated content: Extracts and formats rules and cases from materials you paste or provide, and flags conflicts between your stated rules and your uploaded notes.

Quick Start

Ask the AI to outline [subject] using your class notes or the casebook section you paste in.

Frequently Asked Questions about outline-builder

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I build a law school outline from class notes without AI inventing legal rules?

Build a law school outline by providing class notes or casebook excerpts to generate a topic scaffold with case placeholders, enforcing provenance and inserting gap markers where source material is missing. The outline structure preserves your format while separating sourced content from unstated AI knowledge.

Can I use my syllabus to create a study outline for legal studies?

Yes, you can use a syllabus to create a study outline by extracting topic structures, headings, and exception slots. The scaffolding process builds the framework directly from your syllabus without generating substantive rules, ensuring your outline matches your course requirements.

What happens when my class notes are missing information for an outline?

When class notes are missing information, the outline builder inserts gap markers and Socratic prompts instead of filling gaps with AI-generated legal rules. This learning-mode approach keeps you in control by highlighting exactly where you need to review source materials or add missing case briefs.

How do I extend an existing course outline with new casebook excerpts?

Extend an existing course outline by pasting new casebook excerpts alongside your current outline structure. The builder integrates the source content, formats rules and cases, flags conflicts between stated rules and uploaded notes, and preserves your original formatting throughout the extension process.

Does this outlining approach work for exam prep or just drafting structures?

This outlining approach works for both exam prep and drafting structures by generating Socratic questions and gap markers that test your knowledge during study sessions. The scaffold-first method ensures you understand the material actively rather than passively reading AI-generated rules.

What's the best way to ensure citation safety when building a legal outline?

Ensure citation safety by separating sourced content from unstated AI knowledge during the outline building process. The system enforces provenance requirements, extracting rules only from provided class materials and explicitly flagging any conflicts between your notes and stated legal rules.