smith-bank

Save, retrieve, and manage banked ideas as markdown files with frontmatter.

50|8|Updated Apr 12, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ATTCKDigital/smith --skill smith-bank
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: smith-bank
Source: https://github.com/ATTCKDigital/smith/tree/main/skills/smith-bank
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ATTCKDigital/smith --skill smith-bank

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Captures ideas mid-conversation and stores them in the vault for later processing. Use when you want to save an idea, park a thought, or come back to something later. Supports listing, processing, editing, and prioritizing banked ideas.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Idea capture: Bank ideas during chats and retrieve them later for refinement.
  • Idea management: List, process, edit, remove, and prioritize banked ideas.
  • Use Case: Save a concept during planning and return to build tasks and requirements when ready.

Quick Start

Bank an idea by describing it after the command, or view all banked ideas with /smith-bank list.

Frequently Asked Questions about smith-bank

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I capture ideas mid-conversation for later project management?

To capture ideas mid-conversation, use the smith-bank command to bank thoughts directly during chats. It stores entries as markdown files with frontmatter in the vault, auto-generating BANK-NNN IDs for later processing and retrieval.

Can I list and prioritize banked ideas across multiple projects?

Yes, you can list and prioritize banked ideas across multiple projects. The skill provides commands like list and prioritize to manage your idea bank, allowing you to view saved entries and rank them for future refinement.

What is the best way to process banked notes and update their status?

The best way to process banked notes is using the process command. It updates the status of your banked ideas within the stored markdown files, helping you track which concepts have been refined into actionable tasks or requirements.

How does idea banking work with markdown files and frontmatter?

Idea banking works by saving each idea as a markdown file with frontmatter inside the .smith/vault/bank directory. The system automatically generates a unique BANK-NNN ID for each entry, ensuring structured storage and easy retrieval.

Can I edit or remove saved concepts from the vault later?

Yes, you can edit or remove saved concepts from the vault. The skill includes specific edit and remove commands, allowing you to refine the details of banked ideas or completely delete entries you no longer need.

When should I use an idea bank instead of creating tasks immediately?

You should use an idea bank when you want to save a concept during planning but are not ready to build tasks and requirements. It allows you to park thoughts mid-conversation and return to process them when ready.