setup-second-brain

Automate Obsidian and QMD semantic search installation and configuration.

1|Updated Jan 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bossjones/boss-skills --skill setup-second-brain
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: setup-second-brain
Source: https://github.com/bossjones/boss-skills/tree/main/plugins/boss-dev/agent-harness/skills/setup-second-brain
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bossjones/boss-skills --skill setup-second-brain

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires uv, bash, npm, node, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates the setup of your "second brain" knowledge vault using Obsidian and optional QMD semantic search, making it easy to install and configure the necessary tools and settings.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatic Setup: Install and configure Obsidian and optional QMD semantic search with a single command.
  • Backup & Validation: Backs up existing configuration files before making changes, and validates changes with a dry run option.
  • User Interaction: Provides clear instructions and options for users to confirm their choices and settings.

Quick Start

Use the setup-second-brain skill to install and configure your second brain on this machine with setup-second-brain.

Frequently Asked Questions about setup-second-brain

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Obsidian setup for a second brain knowledge vault?

Automating Obsidian setup for a second brain vault requires a skill that handles configuration edits, global tool installations, and user confirmations for optional semantic search integration via a single command.

Do I need Node.js and npm to configure a second brain vault?

Yes, you need Node.js and npm to configure a second brain vault, as the automation requires both along with Bash and uv to execute setup actions and confirm configurations.

Can I do a dry run before applying changes to my Obsidian configuration?

Yes, you can perform a dry run to validate changes before applying them to your Obsidian configuration. The setup process also backs up existing configuration files prior to making any modifications.

What is QMD semantic search and how does it work with a second brain?

QMD semantic search integrates with a second brain to enable advanced query capabilities within your knowledge vault. It is configured as an optional feature during the setup and confirmation process.

Does the second brain setup overwrite existing Obsidian configuration files?

No, the second brain setup does not blindly overwrite existing Obsidian configuration files. It automatically backs up your current configurations before making any edits or applying changes.