wiki-query

Answer questions from an Obsidian wiki vault using hot cache and index lookups.

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Search Tags:#semantic search #information retrieval #knowledge base #citations #obsidian #second brain #wiki query

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/AgriciDaniel/claude-obsidian --skill wiki-query-agricidaniel

💬 Prompt for ChatGPT / Claude Chat▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: wiki-query
Source: https://github.com/AgriciDaniel/claude-obsidian/tree/main/skills/wiki-query
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AgriciDaniel/claude-obsidian --skill wiki-query-agricidaniel

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

It helps you quickly answer questions from your existing Obsidian wiki knowledge without manually searching and stitching sources together.

Core Features & Use Cases

Fast wiki Q&A: Answers questions by reading the wiki’s hot cache and index to minimize unnecessary page openings.
Cited synthesis: Produces responses synthesized from relevant wiki pages, citing sources via wikilinks.
Smart retrieval & depth control: Supports quick, standard, and deep modes, including an optional retrieval pipeline when available.
Knowledge compounding: Offers to file good answers back into the wiki so future questions get better.

Quick Start

Ask: "wiki query quick: what do you know about [topic]?" and the skill will answer using only the hot cache and index when possible.

Frequently Asked Questions about wiki-query

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I answer questions from my Obsidian wiki without manually searching pages?▼

It retrieves answers by first checking the wiki hot cache and index markdown, opening source pages only when necessary. It synthesizes responses with wikilink citations and optionally files the result back into the vault.

How do I get cited sources when retrieving information from a knowledge base?▼

Information retrieval from the wiki synthesizes responses with wikilink citations, referencing the specific pages used. This ensures you can trace synthesized answers back to the original source pages within your vault.

Does semantic search work with an Obsidian second brain vault?▼

Yes, it queries an Obsidian vault using index lookups and an optional BM25/Rerank retrieval pipeline. It supports quick, standard, and deep modes to handle both factual lookups and higher-depth synthesis.

What is the difference between quick and deep modes for wiki queries?▼

Quick mode relies solely on the hot cache and index to answer rapidly without opening pages. Standard and deep modes retrieve further context, with deep mode optionally using a BM25/Rerank pipeline for comprehensive synthesis.

Can I save query results back into my Obsidian wiki?▼

Yes, the skill optionally files the synthesized result back into the wiki as a question page. This knowledge compounding behavior ensures future queries can leverage previously generated answers.

Do I need a BM25 or Rerank pipeline to retrieve wiki pages?▼

No, the BM25/Rerank retrieval pipeline is optional for candidate selection. The system prioritizes hot cache and index lookups to resolve transport and read source pages, functioning without this advanced retrieval setup.