reference-manager

Parse requirements documents, extract sectioned references, and fetch fulltext from Zotero libraries.

5|2|Updated Jan 22, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/hyperbolic-c/auto-writing --skill reference-manager
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Skill: reference-manager
Source: https://github.com/hyperbolic-c/auto-writing/tree/main/auto-academic-writing/skills/reference-manager
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hyperbolic-c/auto-writing --skill reference-manager

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill parses requirements documents, extracts references by section, and retrieves fulltext content from Zotero libraries, enabling researchers to map sections to source materials easily.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Reference extraction: Identify references under each document section and organize them by chapter for quick lookup.
  • Zotero fulltext retrieval: Fetch fulltext via zotero-mcp or zotero-mcp-plugin and convert results to usable markdown or text.
  • Semantic alignment: Link section content with relevant references to support writing and citation workflows.
  • Use Case: Given a requirements markdown, return each section with its references and corresponding fulltext.

Quick Start

Provide a requirements document to the skill; it will return sections with references and fetch their fulltext from Zotero MCP providers.

Frequently Asked Questions about reference-manager

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I extract references from a markdown document and fetch fulltext from Zotero?

To extract references and fetch Zotero fulltext, provide a requirements markdown document to the Skill. It identifies sectioned references and retrieves fulltext content from configured Zotero MCP providers, returning organized markdown output.

What is section mapping for academic writing and how does it work?

Section mapping links document sections with relevant references from your Zotero library. The Skill parses requirements documents to identify references by section, organizing them by chapter for quick lookup and semantic alignment during academic writing.

Do I need a Zotero MCP provider to retrieve fulltext citations?

Yes, you need a configured Zotero MCP provider to retrieve fulltext citations. The Skill requires access to a Zotero library and configuration to choose either zotero-mcp or zotero-mcp-plugin to fetch and convert fulltext results into usable text.

Can I use this Skill to organize references by chapter for academic writing?

Yes, you can organize references by chapter for academic writing. The Skill extracts references under each document section and groups them by chapter, enabling researchers to map sections to source materials easily for quick lookup.

What's the best way to map document sections to Zotero source materials?

The best way to map document sections to Zotero source materials is providing a requirements markdown to this Skill. It parses the document, identifies references by section, and fetches corresponding fulltext from your Zotero library automatically.

Does documentation parsing support converting Zotero fulltext to markdown?

Yes, documentation parsing supports converting Zotero fulltext to markdown. The Skill fetches fulltext via zotero-mcp or zotero-mcp-plugin and converts the retrieved results into usable markdown or text formats for citation extraction.