vault-capture

Capture and index durable knowledge into an Obsidian vault with link verification.

3|Updated Jul 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jayantak/vaultmem --skill vault-capture-jayantak
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: vault-capture
Source: https://github.com/jayantak/vaultmem/tree/main/skills/vault-capture
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jayantak/vaultmem --skill vault-capture-jayantak

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires ripgrep, and includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the problem of fragmented knowledge and "lost insights" by providing a structured, verifiable way to capture project decisions, meeting notes, and generalizable patterns directly into an Obsidian vault.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Durable Capture: Standardizes how you document root causes, architecture decisions, and project milestones.
  • Verification: Ensures every link you create is valid and resolves, preventing the common issue of "dangling" wikilinks.
  • Agent Indexing: Automatically updates your Home.md index, ensuring that captured notes remain discoverable and part of a coherent knowledge graph.

Quick Start

Use the vault-capture skill to document the root cause of the recent production incident and update the project index accordingly.

Frequently Asked Questions about vault-capture

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I document project decisions and meeting notes into an Obsidian vault?

To capture knowledge into an Obsidian vault, this skill standardizes how you document project decisions and meeting notes using a structured workflow. It strictly applies frontmatter schema validation to ensure your notes remain coherent and discoverable.

How do I prevent dangling wikilinks when capturing notes in Obsidian?

To prevent dangling wikilinks in Obsidian, this skill uses a link-verified workflow that ensures every wikilink resolves correctly. This verification step stops fragmented knowledge by validating links during the capture process.

Do I need ripgrep installed to index knowledge into an Obsidian vault?

Yes, you need ripgrep installed to index knowledge into an Obsidian vault using this skill. Ripgrep provides the fast lexical search capabilities required to resolve frontmatter schemas and verify wikilinks efficiently.

Can I automatically update my Obsidian Home.md index after capturing session notes?

Yes, you can automatically update your Obsidian Home.md index after capturing session notes. The skill performs agent indexing to update the project index, ensuring newly captured notes integrate into your existing knowledge graph.

What is the best way to manage incident documentation in Obsidian?

The best way to manage incident documentation in Obsidian is using a structured, link-verified workflow that captures root causes and generalizable patterns. This skill standardizes incident documentation to prevent lost insights and maintain a coherent knowledge graph.

Does vault-capture work for project onboarding knowledge management?

Yes, vault-capture works for project onboarding knowledge management by applying a strict schema for frontmatter and wikilink resolution. It standardizes how you capture project milestones and architecture decisions directly into your Obsidian vault.