compound-docs

Generate categorized Markdown solution notes with YAML frontmatter.

Updated Jan 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/8b-is/8b-is-mp --skill compound-docs-8b-is
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: compound-docs
Source: https://github.com/8b-is/8b-is-mp/tree/main/plugins/compound-engineering/skills/compound-docs
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/8b-is/8b-is-mp --skill compound-docs-8b-is

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill captures solved problems as categorized documentation with YAML frontmatter, creating a centralized knowledge base that can be quickly searched and reused across projects.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automatically document after confirmation, creating one Markdown file per issue under docs/solutions/[category].
  • Use templates from assets/resolution-template.md to ensure consistent structure and searchable metadata.
  • Cross-reference related issues and detect recurring patterns to build a library of solutions.

Quick Start

After a solution is verified, respond with confirmation; the Skill will generate a Markdown doc placed under docs/solutions/[CATEGORY]/[FILENAME].md using the templates.

Frequently Asked Questions about compound-docs

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automatically document solved engineering problems into a searchable knowledge base?▼

After a solution is verified, simply confirm it in the conversation. The Skill immediately generates a Markdown document placed under docs/solutions/[CATEGORY]/[FILENAME].md, using a predefined resolution template to ensure consistent structure and searchable metadata for your knowledge base.

How does YAML frontmatter improve engineering documentation searchability?▼

YAML frontmatter improves engineering documentation searchability by embedding validated metadata schemas directly into Markdown files. This allows fast-search knowledge bases to index and retrieve categorized resolution notes based on structured fields rather than relying solely on full-text content scanning.

Can I use this automated documentation workflow to detect recurring engineering issues?▼

Yes, this automated documentation workflow detects recurring patterns by cross-referencing related issues during the document generation process. It uses conversation context and a validated YAML schema to map connections between new solutions and existing categorized notes in your knowledge base.

Do I need any external dependencies to generate categorized Markdown notes for my solutions?▼

No external dependencies are required to generate categorized Markdown notes. The Skill relies entirely on its internal assets, specifically the resolution-template.md file, alongside conversation context to populate and format the YAML frontmatter and Markdown content automatically.

What is the best way to structure a knowledge base from resolved software engineering issues?▼

The best way to structure a knowledge base from resolved software issues is generating one Markdown file per problem under docs/solutions/<category>. Using a standardized resolution template with YAML frontmatter ensures every document captures consistent metadata for fast retrieval and pattern detection.