memo-writing

Document session decisions and context into structured memos with YAML frontmatter and Markdown body.

6|2|Updated Mar 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/linxule/memex-plugin --skill memo-writing
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: memo-writing
Source: https://github.com/linxule/memex-plugin/tree/main/skills/memo-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/linxule/memex-plugin --skill memo-writing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Memo writing helps you capture and preserve the full context of a session, including key decisions, tensions, and open threads, so future work can resume quickly without losing value.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured memo templates that enforce consistency across sessions.
  • Open Threads tracking to capture next actions and unresolved questions.
  • Context-rich narratives that preserve decisions, tradeoffs, and user/AI perspectives for auditing and handoffs.
  • Searchable links and wikilinks to connect memos across the vault.

Quick Start

Invoke /memex:save to create a structured memo for the current session.

Frequently Asked Questions about memo-writing

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I document session decisions and context into structured memos?▼

To document session decisions into structured memos, apply templates that enforce consistency across sessions, capturing key decisions, tradeoffs, and open threads to preserve long-term rationale.

What is the best way to track open threads and next actions for future work?▼

Tracking open threads and next actions requires capturing unresolved questions and context within structured memos, ensuring future work can resume quickly without losing value from previous sessions.

How do I preserve context and rationale for debugging or design discussions?▼

Preserving context for debugging and design discussions involves writing context-rich narratives that record user and AI perspectives, tradeoffs, and decisions for future auditing and handoffs.

Do I need a specific format to create session notes for decision tracking?▼

Session notes conform to a structured format with YAML frontmatter and a Markdown body, optionally including resource directories to connect documentation with searchable links and wikilinks.

Can I connect memos across my vault using searchable links and wikilinks?▼

Yes, memos can be connected across the vault using searchable links and wikilinks, allowing you to build a network of context-rich documentation that preserves decisions and open threads.

When should I use memo writing for capturing session notes?▼

Memo writing is ideal for coaching, debugging, and design discussions where long-term rationale matters, specifically when you need to preserve tensions, decisions, and context for future auditing.