q

Search knowledge vault notes using SQLite FTS5 full-text index.

49|12|Updated Jan 8, 2026

Search Tags:#search #knowledge base #sqlite #vault #notes #fts5

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/DavidROliverBA/ArchitectKB --skill q

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: q
Source: https://github.com/DavidROliverBA/ArchitectKB/tree/main/.claude/skills/q
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DavidROliverBA/ArchitectKB --skill q

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill dramatically speeds up searching your knowledge vault by leveraging a pre-built SQLite FTS5 full-text search index, reducing search times from seconds to milliseconds.

Core Features & Use Cases

Rapid Full-Text Search: Quickly find notes containing specific keywords or phrases.
Filtered Searches: Narrow down results by note type (e.g., type:Adr) or tags (e.g., tag:technology/aws).
Recent & Orphaned Notes: Easily find recently modified notes or notes without any backlinks.
Use Case: When you need to recall information about a specific "architecture pattern" or find all "ADRs" related to a "data platform" without waiting for slow search tools.

Quick Start

Use the q skill to search for notes related to "event driven architecture".

Frequently Asked Questions about q

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I speed up full-text search in my knowledge vault to get millisecond results?▼

Speed up full-text search in your knowledge vault by using an SQLite FTS5 index, which reduces query times from seconds to milliseconds. It optimizes knowledge retrieval for architects by quickly finding specific keywords and phrases.

Can I filter vault search results by note type and tags?▼

Yes, you can filter vault search results by specific note types like `type:Adr` and tags like `tag:technology/aws`. This narrows down results to find architecture decisions or technology-specific notes efficiently.

How do I find recently modified notes and orphaned notes without backlinks?▼

Find recently modified notes and orphaned notes without backlinks by executing specialized filtered searches against the SQLite FTS5 index. This quickly surfaces recently updated content or unlinked documentation in your vault.

Does SQLite FTS5 work well for searching large knowledge bases?▼

SQLite FTS5 works well for searching large knowledge bases by leveraging a pre-built full-text search index to deliver millisecond response times. It handles keyword, phrase, and backlink searches efficiently for knowledge workers.

What is the best way to search for architecture patterns and ADRs in a notes database?▼

The best way to search for architecture patterns and ADRs in a notes database is using SQLite FTS5 full-text search. It rapidly locates specific phrases and filters by note type, yielding relevant results in milliseconds.