penny

Load Penny's profile and memory to assist with planning and note capture.

Updated Jun 17, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nikbrunner/dots --skill penny
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: penny
Source: https://github.com/nikbrunner/dots/tree/main/common/.agents/skills/penny
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nikbrunner/dots --skill penny

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

When you want to interact with Penny directly without a specialized skill, this Open Mode provides a warm, helpful assistant that can plan your day, reflect, and capture notes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Open Mode for general conversation and planning when no explicit skill fits.
  • Memory & Profile Integration load and update penny:profile and penny.md memories to maintain continuity.
  • Contextual Tools use Obsidian CLI and daily notes to organize thoughts and capture insights.

Quick Start

Ask Penny to start an open conversation or say "Hey Penny, let's plan today" to begin.

Frequently Asked Questions about penny

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I use a personal assistant to capture daily notes in Obsidian?

You can use a conversational personal assistant to capture insights and organize thoughts directly into Obsidian daily notes. It loads your profile and memory to maintain continuity, helping you plan your day and reflect through natural dialogue.

What is conversational AI memory continuity for personal assistants?

Conversational AI memory continuity allows a personal assistant to load and update user profiles and memory files across interactions. This ensures the assistant remembers past conversations and maintains a warm, contextual response without needing repeated explanations.

Can I plan my day using a conversational assistant integrated with my notes?

Yes, you can plan your day by initiating an open conversation with the assistant. It uses contextual tools to organize your thoughts, capture insights, and apply your saved memory profile to provide personalized daily planning assistance.

Does this personal assistant work without specialized skills for general conversation?

Yes, the assistant features an open mode specifically designed for general conversation and planning when no specialized skill fits. It safely provides conversational assistance and captures memory without performing actions beyond its configured tools.

How do I start an open conversation with my personal assistant?

You can start an open conversation by simply asking the assistant to begin or saying a phrase like let's plan today. This triggers the open mode workflow, which applies your memory profile to respond as a warm, helpful assistant.

Are there limitations to what a conversational personal assistant can do in open mode?

Yes, open mode is limited to conversational assistance and memory capture. It avoids any actions beyond its configured tools, ensuring safe interactions while it loads context from your profile and daily notes to respond appropriately.