shelf-update

Automates Obsidian dashboard updates and session progress logging for projects.

Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yoshisada/ai-repo-template --skill shelf-update
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: shelf-update
Source: https://github.com/yoshisada/ai-repo-template/tree/main/plugin-shelf/skills/shelf-update
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yoshisada/ai-repo-template --skill shelf-update

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Pushes together session documentation by appending a timestamped progress entry to the project dashboard in Obsidian, updating frontmatter with status and next steps, and optionally creating a decision record or human-needed items.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Append a timestamped progress entry to the Obsidian dashboard
  • Update project status, next steps, and the Human Needed checklist in frontmatter
  • Optionally create a decision record and link it to the project
  • Preserve existing dashboard content and ensure data integrity

Quick Start

Record today's progress for shelf-update by providing a session summary, status, and next steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about shelf-update

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically append session progress entries to an Obsidian dashboard?

You can push progress updates to Obsidian dashboards by appending a timestamped progress entry to the project dashboard. This automates session documentation while updating project status, next steps, and the Human Needed checklist in frontmatter.

Can I update project frontmatter status and next steps in Obsidian automatically?

Yes, updating project frontmatter with status and next steps is handled automatically during the session review. The process safely synchronizes frontmatter fields while preserving existing dashboard content and ensuring data integrity.

What is the best way to track human-needed items and decisions in Obsidian project management?

Tracking human-needed items and decisions in Obsidian project management involves appending progress entries and optionally creating linked decision records. This maintains a consistent dashboard while logging required human interventions and project decisions.

Does MCP-mediated file writing preserve existing Obsidian dashboard content?

MCP-mediated file writes preserve existing Obsidian dashboard content by appending new timestamped entries safely. The process logs changes and ensures data integrity without overwriting your previous project progress notes.

How do I record daily standup and session reviews across multiple projects in Obsidian?

Recording daily standups and session reviews across multiple projects in Obsidian requires appending timestamped progress entries to each project dashboard. This workflow maintains consistent dashboards while tracking decisions and frontmatter updates.