task-management

Organize and track tasks as Obsidian notes with frontmatter fields.

Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tsemana/obsidian-productivity --skill task-management-tsemana
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: task-management
Source: https://github.com/tsemana/obsidian-productivity/tree/main/plugin/skills/task-management
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tsemana/obsidian-productivity --skill task-management-tsemana

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Task management is handled as individual notes inside a vault, enabling precise tracking, quick status updates, and seamless integration with memory.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Each task is a separate note in a tasks/ folder, with frontmatter fields like status, priority, due, context, and project.
  • Tasks are surfaced through Obsidian Bases views for filtering, sorting, and reporting.
  • Wikilinks connect tasks to related notes and memories, enabling context-rich workflows.
  • Supports adding, updating, completing tasks, and auditing your commitments across dual-context vaults.

Quick Start

Create a new note in tasks/ for a commitment you want to track and update its frontmatter as you progress.

Frequently Asked Questions about task-management

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I track tasks as individual notes in Obsidian?

To track tasks as individual notes in Obsidian, create a note in a tasks/ folder and use frontmatter fields like status, priority, due, context, and project to structure and recall your commitments.

Can I use Obsidian Bases views to filter and sort my tasks?

Yes, Obsidian Bases views surface your task notes, enabling you to filter, sort, and report on your commitments by using the frontmatter fields defined in each individual note.

How do I connect related notes and memories to a specific task?

You can connect related notes and memories to a specific task by using wikilinks within your task notes, enabling context-rich workflows and precise tracking inside your vault.

What is the best way to organize personal and team work in a dual-context vault?

Organizing personal and team work in a dual-context vault is best achieved by managing tasks as individual notes with structured frontmatter, surfacing them through Bases-based dashboards for filtering.

Do I need frontmatter fields to manage tasks in Obsidian?

Yes, you need frontmatter fields like title, status, priority, due, context, and project in each task note to enable structured planning, quick status updates, and Bases-based filtering.

How do I audit completed tasks and update their status in Obsidian?

You audit completed tasks and update their status by modifying the frontmatter fields in your individual task notes, allowing you to track progress and audit commitments across your vault.