Storage Abstraction Layer

Save notes to Obsidian, Notion, or local files via MCP tools.

210|49|Updated Jan 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/treylom/knowledge-manager --skill storage-abstraction-layer
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Skill: Storage Abstraction Layer
Source: https://github.com/treylom/knowledge-manager/tree/main/.agent/skills/km-storage-abstraction
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/treylom/knowledge-manager --skill storage-abstraction-layer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a single, consistent interface for saving notes across different storage backends like Obsidian, Notion, and local file systems, simplifying data management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Backend Agnostic Saving: Persist notes to Obsidian, Notion, or local files using a unified function.
  • MCP Tool Enforcement: Ensures the use of specific MCP tools when available for critical operations.
  • Path Normalization: Handles different path formats for cross-platform compatibility.
  • Use Case: Save a newly generated note about 'AI advancements' to your Obsidian vault, Notion database, or a local Markdown file with a single command, regardless of the configured primary storage.

Quick Start

Save the note titled 'AI advancements' with the content 'New breakthroughs in AI...' to the configured storage backend.

Frequently Asked Questions about Storage Abstraction Layer

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I save notes to Obsidian, Notion, and local files using a single interface?

You can save notes to Obsidian, Notion, and local files using a unified storage abstraction layer that normalizes file paths and enforces specific MCP tools for backend operations. This provides a consistent interface regardless of your configured storage backend.

What is a unified storage interface for note-taking apps?

A unified storage interface for note-taking apps provides a single, consistent function to persist notes across different storage backends like Obsidian, Notion, and local file systems. It simplifies data management by normalizing paths and abstracting backend-specific API calls.

Does this storage abstraction require MCP tools to write to Obsidian and Notion?

Yes, this storage abstraction enforces the use of specific MCP tools for backend operations. It creates notes in Obsidian via mcp_obsidian_create_note and pages in Notion via mcp_notion_API-post-page to ensure consistent execution.

What's the best way to normalize file paths for local files and Obsidian?

The best way to normalize file paths for local files and Obsidian is to use a storage abstraction layer that handles different path formats for cross-platform compatibility. This ensures file path consistency before writing notes to any backend.

Can I use local file systems as a storage backend if Notion or Obsidian fails?

Yes, you can use local file systems as a storage backend. The unified interface supports creating files locally via write_to_file, allowing you to save notes locally when Notion or Obsidian backends are unavailable or unconfigured.