task-management

Organize and track tasks as Obsidian notes with frontmatter fields.

Updated Mar 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tsemana/obsidian-productivity --skill task-management-tsemana
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: task-management
Source: https://github.com/tsemana/obsidian-productivity/tree/main/plugin/skills/task-management
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tsemana/obsidian-productivity --skill task-management-tsemana

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Task management is handled as individual notes inside a vault, enabling precise tracking, quick status updates, and seamless integration with memory.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Each task is a separate note in a tasks/ folder, with frontmatter fields like status, priority, due, context, and project.
  • Tasks are surfaced through Obsidian Bases views for filtering, sorting, and reporting.
  • Wikilinks connect tasks to related notes and memories, enabling context-rich workflows.
  • Supports adding, updating, completing tasks, and auditing your commitments across dual-context vaults.

Quick Start

Create a new note in tasks/ for a commitment you want to track and update its frontmatter as you progress.

Frequently Asked Questions about task-management

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I track tasks as individual notes in Obsidian?▼

To track tasks as individual notes in Obsidian, create a note in a tasks/ folder and use frontmatter fields like status, priority, due, context, and project to structure and recall your commitments.

Can I use Obsidian Bases views to filter and sort my tasks?▼

Yes, Obsidian Bases views surface your task notes, enabling you to filter, sort, and report on your commitments by using the frontmatter fields defined in each individual note.

How do I connect related notes and memories to a specific task?▼

You can connect related notes and memories to a specific task by using wikilinks within your task notes, enabling context-rich workflows and precise tracking inside your vault.

What is the best way to organize personal and team work in a dual-context vault?▼

Organizing personal and team work in a dual-context vault is best achieved by managing tasks as individual notes with structured frontmatter, surfacing them through Bases-based dashboards for filtering.

Do I need frontmatter fields to manage tasks in Obsidian?▼

Yes, you need frontmatter fields like title, status, priority, due, context, and project in each task note to enable structured planning, quick status updates, and Bases-based filtering.

How do I audit completed tasks and update their status in Obsidian?▼

You audit completed tasks and update their status by modifying the frontmatter fields in your individual task notes, allowing you to track progress and audit commitments across your vault.