paper-draft

Automate paper draft creation and version control with vN-YYYY-MM naming.

1|Updated Dec 13, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/stephendor/TDL --skill paper-draft-stephendor
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: paper-draft
Source: https://github.com/stephendor/TDL/tree/main/.agents/skills/paper-draft
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/stephendor/TDL --skill paper-draft-stephendor

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of creating and updating paper drafts, enforcing version control and ensuring compliance with draft conventions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Versioned Draft Management: Automates version incrementing and naming conventions for paper drafts.
  • Draft Continuation: Provides the functionality to continue from the current draft without overwriting previous versions.
  • Use Case: For academics and writers who require structured draft management with specific versioning requirements, this Skill offers an automated and efficient approach.

Quick Start

Begin drafting a new paper by executing the command: /paper-draft PXX draft

Frequently Asked Questions about paper-draft

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate academic paper draft version control without losing previous versions?

To automate academic paper draft version control without data loss, you need a system that enforces strict naming conventions like vN-YYYY-MM. This mechanism integrates with existing project files to increment versions and continue drafts without overwriting previous iterations.

What is the vN-YYYY-MM convention for research paper writing?

The vN-YYYY-MM convention is a structured versioning format for research paper writing that tracks draft iterations by version number and date. It automates draft creation and updating to ensure writers maintain strict version tracking across their document management workflow.

How do I create a new versioned paper draft using a specific naming structure?

To create a new versioned paper draft using a specific naming structure, execute a command like `/paper-draft PXX draft`. This initiates the automated workflow, applying the required versioning conventions to your academic writing project immediately.

Can I integrate strict version tracking into my existing research workflow project files?

Yes, you can integrate strict version tracking into your existing research workflow project files. The automated process reads your current documents to manage draft updates and increments versions without causing data loss or file conflicts.

Does automated draft management overwrite earlier files during document updates?

No, automated draft management does not overwrite earlier files during document updates. It provides draft continuation functionality that saves new iterations separately, preserving all previous versions to ensure your academic writing history remains intact.