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wiki-setup

Create an Obsidian wiki vault with folders, config, and starter files.

Updated Apr 27, 2014
Search Tags:#configuration#obsidian#setup#vault#wiki#ingest
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Nirajkashyap/nirajkashyap.github.io --skill wiki-setup-nirajkashyap
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: wiki-setup
Source: https://github.com/Nirajkashyap/nirajkashyap.github.io/tree/main/.agents/skills/wiki-setup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Nirajkashyap/nirajkashyap.github.io --skill wiki-setup-nirajkashyap

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The Skill eliminates the tedious effort of creating a clean, properly structured Obsidian wiki vault from scratch, ensuring correct folders, config, and starter files.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create the required vault directories (concepts, entities, skills, references, synthesis, journal, projects, _archives, _raw, .obsidian).
  • Generate essential starter files (index.md, log.md, hot.md, .env, and minimal Obsidian config) and guidance for plugins.
  • Verify setup and readiness for ingestion workflows like wiki-ingest and history ingestion.

Quick Start

Initialize a new Obsidian wiki vault by following the six steps to set up the directory structure, special files, and configuration, then verify the vault with the quick checks.

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 a new Obsidian wiki vault from scratch?▼

To set up an Obsidian wiki vault, you create the required directory structure, generate essential starter files like index.md and log.md, and configure minimal Obsidian settings. This ensures a complete vault layout ready for ingestion workflows.

What folder structure does an Obsidian wiki vault need for content management?▼

An Obsidian wiki vault requires folders for concepts, entities, skills, references, synthesis, journal, projects, _archives, _raw, and .obsidian. This structure organizes content logically and supports ingestion workflows.

Can I repair a broken Obsidian vault setup without losing my existing notes?▼

You can repair a broken Obsidian vault setup by reconfiguring the directory structure and regenerating essential starter files like index.md, log.md, and .env. This restores the correct folder layout and configuration without overwriting existing content.

What starter files are required to initialize an Obsidian wiki vault?▼

Initializing an Obsidian wiki vault requires generating index.md, log.md, hot.md, a .env file, and minimal Obsidian configuration. These files provide the foundation for navigation, logging, and ingestion workflow readiness.

How do I verify my Obsidian wiki vault is ready for ingestion workflows?▼

You verify Obsidian wiki vault readiness for ingestion by running quick checks that confirm the correct folder structure, essential starter files, and minimal configuration are properly generated and accessible.

Do I need any plugins installed before setting up an Obsidian wiki vault?▼

No plugins are required before setting up an Obsidian wiki vault. The setup generates minimal Obsidian config and provides guidance for plugins, allowing you to configure them after the initial directory structure and starter files are created.

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