start-my-day

Automate daily academic paper discovery and ranking via arXiv and Semantic Scholar APIs.

2|Updated Mar 7, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ther7777/self-skills --skill start-my-day-ther7777
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Skill: start-my-day
Source: https://github.com/ther7777/self-skills/tree/main/skills/start-my-day
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ther7777/self-skills --skill start-my-day-ther7777

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It streamlines the process of discovering relevant academic papers, saving researchers hours of manual searching and filtering.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Search & Filtering: Uses arXiv and Semantic Scholar APIs to find recent and impactful papers matching your interests.
  • Quality & Relevance Scoring: Ranks papers based on relevance, recency, popularity, and quality metrics.
  • Use Case: A researcher wants daily updates on machine learning breakthroughs; this skill generates a prioritized list of papers with summaries and links.

Quick Start

To generate today’s research report, simply instruct the AI to "start my day" and it will produce a curated list of top papers with summaries.

Frequently Asked Questions about start-my-day

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

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How do I automate daily searches for recent academic papers?

You can automate daily searches for recent academic papers by using this skill to query arXiv and Semantic Scholar, filtering results, and applying custom scoring logic to curate a prioritized list of high-relevance publications.

Can I filter and rank arXiv papers by relevance and recency?

Yes, you can filter and rank arXiv papers by relevance and recency. The skill integrates arXiv and Semantic Scholar API access to evaluate publications based on quality, popularity, and recent publication dates.

What is the best way to get a curated list of impactful scientific publications?

The best way to get a curated list of impactful scientific publications is to instruct the AI to "start my day," which triggers automated search, quality scoring, and ranking to deliver summaries and links for top papers in your field.

Do I need API access to use Semantic Scholar for research filtering?

Yes, you need Semantic Scholar API access to perform research filtering. The skill requires combined access to both arXiv and Semantic Scholar APIs to execute its automated search, trend analysis, and custom ranking processes.

How does automated paper discovery support daily academic review workflows?

Automated paper discovery supports daily academic review workflows by streamlining manual searching into a daily updated report. It accumulates knowledge by matching recent scientific breakthroughs to your specific research interests.

Are there limitations to using automated scoring for academic paper recommendations?

The automated scoring for academic paper recommendations is limited to the data retrieved from arXiv and Semantic Scholar APIs, meaning its relevance and quality metrics depend entirely on the availability and coverage of those specific platforms.