qmd

Index and search local knowledge bases with hybrid retrieval.

Updated Apr 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jacardl/New-Radar --skill qmd-jacardl
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: qmd
Source: https://github.com/jacardl/New-Radar/tree/main/backend/frameworks/hermes-agent/optional-skills/research/qmd
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jacardl/New-Radar --skill qmd-jacardl

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Personal knowledge management often requires fast, local search across notes, files, and transcripts without relying on cloud services.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Hybrid search combining BM25, vector embeddings, and LLM reranking for high-quality results.
  • CLI and MCP integration to expose tools to Hermes Agent.
  • Works with Markdown notes, meeting transcripts, and project documents for rapid retrieval.

Quick Start

Install qmd locally, index your collections, and run a search to retrieve relevant notes.

Frequently Asked Questions about qmd

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

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How do I search local markdown notes and transcripts without cloud services?

Local knowledge search lets you index and retrieve markdown notes, transcripts, and documents entirely on-device. The qmd Skill uses a hybrid retrieval engine combining BM25, vector search, and LLM reranking to find relevant content.

What is hybrid retrieval for personal knowledge bases?

Hybrid retrieval combines BM25 keyword matching, vector embeddings, and LLM reranking to improve search quality. This approach ensures that local knowledge base searches return highly relevant notes and documents by blending lexical and semantic relevance.

Do I need Node.js and locally installed models for local knowledge search?

Yes, local knowledge search with this Skill requires Node.js version 22 or higher and locally installed models. These prerequisites enable the on-device hybrid retrieval engine and MCP integration to function without relying on external cloud APIs.

Can I expose local search tools to an AI agent via MCP?

Yes, you can expose local search tools to Hermes Agent through MCP integration. The Skill provides both a CLI and MCP interface, allowing an LLM agent to directly query your indexed local knowledge base and retrieve relevant documents.

What's the best way to index local documents for LLM retrieval?

Indexing local documents for LLM retrieval involves installing the qmd engine locally, pointing it at your collections of markdown notes and transcripts, and running the indexing process to enable fast, on-device hybrid search.

Are there limitations to using local models for knowledge base search?

Local knowledge base search requires sufficient hardware to run locally installed models for vector embeddings and LLM reranking. Performance depends on your machine capabilities, and the system operates entirely offline without accessing cloud-based search APIs.