wiki-setup

Initialize an Obsidian vault with directories, configuration files, and sanity checks.

Updated Apr 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Nero-kk/claude-agent-skills --skill wiki-setup
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Skill: wiki-setup
Source: https://github.com/Nero-kk/claude-agent-skills/tree/main/claude-skills/wiki-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Nero-kk/claude-agent-skills --skill wiki-setup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Initialize or repair an Obsidian wiki vault by creating the expected directory layout, essential configuration files, and basic sanity checks so users can immediately start ingesting and organizing knowledge for LLM-assisted workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Environment bootstrapping: Create a .env from .env.example and prompt for OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH, OBSIDIAN_SOURCES_DIR, CLAUDE_HISTORY_PATH and optional QMD settings.
  • Directory and file scaffolding: Ensure raw/, raw/assets/, wiki/, .obsidian/ exist and create CLAUDE.md, index.md, and log.md with starter content.
  • Configuration & recommendations: Write minimal .obsidian configuration files for a good default experience and provide plugin recommendations such as Dataview and Obsidian Git.
  • Verification: Run a sanity checklist to confirm directories, files, and environment variables are present and readable.
  • Use case: Quickly provision a research or project wiki on a new machine, repair a broken vault configuration, and prepare the vault for ingestion and LLM-based queries.

Quick Start

Initialize a new Obsidian vault at your chosen path, create the .env with the required variables, and generate the recommended files and configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions about wiki-setup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I set up an Obsidian vault for LLM-assisted knowledge management?

To set up an Obsidian vault for LLM-assisted workflows, you need to initialize the directory structure, create a .env file with paths like OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH, and generate essential files including CLAUDE.md, index.md, and log.md.

What files and folders are required to prepare an Obsidian vault for source ingestion?

Preparing an Obsidian vault for source ingestion requires creating the raw/, raw/assets/, and wiki/ directories, alongside .obsidian configuration files and starter markdown files like index.md and log.md to organize ingested knowledge.

Can I repair a broken Obsidian vault configuration without losing existing notes?

Yes, you can repair a broken Obsidian vault configuration by regenerating the expected directory layout, rewriting minimal .obsidian settings, and restoring missing essential files like CLAUDE.md and .env without overwriting your existing wiki content.

Which Obsidian plugins are recommended for a knowledge management wiki?

For a knowledge management wiki, the recommended Obsidian plugins include Dataview for querying your notes and Obsidian Git for version control, ensuring a robust default experience for organizing and tracking vault changes.

Do I need to manually configure environment variables for an Obsidian wiki vault?

You do not need to manually configure all environment variables; the setup process can bootstrap a .env file from a .env example, prompting you for essential paths like OBSIDIAN_VAULT_PATH and OBSIDIAN_SOURCES_DIR during initialization.

How does the vault initialization process verify that the Obsidian setup is correct?

The vault initialization verifies the Obsidian setup by running a sanity checklist that confirms all required directories, configuration files, and environment variables are present and readable before you start ingesting knowledge.