bms:summarise-diary

Summarize monthly diary entries into a structured markdown performance report.

68|14|Updated Dec 21, 2017
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/benmatselby/dotfiles --skill bms-summarise-diary
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: bms:summarise-diary
Source: https://github.com/benmatselby/dotfiles/tree/main/agents/skills/summarise-diary
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/benmatselby/dotfiles --skill bms-summarise-diary

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates the process of turning daily diary notes into a compact, monthly performance summary, saving time and highlighting key themes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated extraction of diary entries from diary/YYYY/MM/ and consolidation into a coherent monthly narrative.
  • Structured reporting by categories such as Projects, Team, Tech Leads, and Department.
  • Progress tracking by surfacing patterns, blockers, and notable achievements across the month.

Quick Start

Summarize diary entries for the target month and save the summary to diary/YYYY/MM/mpc-MM-YYYY.md.

Frequently Asked Questions about bms:summarise-diary

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate a monthly diary summary from daily markdown notes?▼

To automate a monthly diary summary, this Skill parses all markdown files under the diary/YYYY/MM/ directory, extracting themes and action items to compile a structured performance summary.

What is the best way to track project progress and team interactions from daily entries?▼

The best way to track project progress is to consolidate daily entries into a structured report highlighting projects, team interactions, and technical decisions, which this Skill generates automatically.

How does the monthly performance summary handle existing mpc-*.md output files?▼

When generating a monthly performance summary, the Skill specifically excludes existing mpc-*.md output files in the directory to prevent duplicate content from polluting the final aggregated report.

Can I generate a publish-ready markdown report from unstructured daily diary entries?▼

Yes, you can generate a publish-ready markdown report by aggregating and categorizing unstructured daily diary entries into structured themes and action items for the target month.

Do I need a specific folder structure for my diary entries to summarize them monthly?▼

Yes, you need to organize your daily notes into a specific folder structure under diary/YYYY/MM/ so the parser can correctly locate, read, and aggregate the files for the target month.

What categories are included in a structured monthly performance summary?▼

A structured monthly performance summary includes categories such as Projects, Team, Tech Leads, and Department, surfacing patterns, blockers, and notable achievements across the month.