This conversation was generated with Duck.ai (https://duck.ai) using OpenAI's GPT-5 mini Model. AI chats may display inaccurate or offensive information (see https://duckduckgo.com/duckai/privacy-terms for more info). ==================== User prompt 1 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 19:41:49: I would like to know if there are some tools combining functionality of personal knowledge base (like Obsidian) and code editors, like Visual Studio Code. I have very vast knowledge base, composing of many markdnown files, images, videos, pdfs etc., but would like to extend this framework with my programming projects. GPT-5 mini: Here are tools that blend personal-knowledge-base (PKB) features (Markdown, attachments, backlinks, tagging, graph views) with code-editing / project capabilities (code editing, terminals, language support, project/workspace management). Short descriptions focus on how each handles large Markdown collections, attachments, and programming workflows. 1. Obsidian (with plugins) - What it is: Markdown-first PKB with a plugin ecosystem. - Programming features: With Community Plugins you get CodeMirror/monaco editor enhancements, terminal plugins, file-explorer project organization, and syntax highlighting for many languages. Projects and workspace management are manual (folders as repos), and Git plugins enable source control. - Attachments: Handles images, PDFs, audio/video in vault folders. - Best if: You want to keep Obsidian as the PKB and add code-focused plugins; good for heavy Markdown collections. - Limitations: Not a full IDE—debugging, advanced refactoring, and integrated build tooling are limited compared to VS Code. 2. Visual Studio Code (with PKB extensions) - What it is: Full-featured code editor/IDE with massive extension marketplace. - PKB extensions: Markdown Notes, Foam, Foam-like extensions, Dendron (see below), Markdown links, and graph/knowledge-visualizer extensions provide backlinks, note linking, and knowledge navigation. You can open your entire vault as a workspace. - Programming features: First-class—terminals, debugging, extensions for languages, git, containers. - Attachments: Stores and previews images/PDFs; many viewer extensions. - Best if: Your primary workflow is coding and you want PKB features embedded into an IDE. - Limitations: PKB features rely on extensions and may not match dedicated PKB UI/UX (graph views can be less polished). 3. Dendron (built on VS Code) - What it is: Hierarchical, workspace-oriented PKB that is explicitly built as a VS Code extension/system. - Programming features: Full VS Code capabilities plus Dendron’s note management, linking, and publishing. Notes live as Markdown in your repo—good for code + docs in one place. - Attachments: Standard file handling in workspace folders. - Best if: You want a repo-centric PKB tightly integrated into VS Code and project workflows. - Limitations: Uses a specific hierarchical note structure; learning curve. 4. Foam (VS Code + Git) - What it is: Open-source personal knowledge management that uses Markdown and Git; integrates tightly with VS Code. - Programming features: Uses VS Code for code editing, terminals, and git; Foam adds note linking, backlinks, and templates. - Attachments: Files in the workspace; previews via VS Code. - Best if: You prefer a minimal, Git-native PKB inside VS Code. - Limitations: Less UI polish than standalone PKBs. 5. Logseq (with code focus) - What it is: Outliner/PKB that supports Markdown and Org; local graph, backlinks, and block references. - Programming features: Can open as projects, supports code blocks with execution (via plugins), and integrates with external editors. Not as strong as VS Code for development, but some users use Logseq alongside VS Code or link projects. - Attachments: Stores media locally; good PDF/image handling. - Best if: You like an outliner/block-based PKB and link to code repos. - Limitations: Not a full IDE. 6. Zettlr - What it is: Markdown editor focused on academic/writing workflows with project management. - Programming features: Basic code block support and file management; not an IDE but can be used alongside code editors. - Attachments: Good file handling for PDFs and images. - Best if: Writing-heavy with light code needs. 7. JupyterLab (with notes extensions) - What it is: Notebook and workspace environment mixing code, documents, and media. - Programming features: Strong for data-science/code notebooks; supports terminals, editors, extensions for Git and Markdown file management. - Attachments: Can preview PDFs/images and embed media. - Best if: Your projects involve notebooks, reproducible code, and mixed-media notes. - Limitations: Less suited for large non-notebook Markdown PKBs unless extended. 8. Notea / Foam-inspired apps (e.g., Trilium Notes, Athens) - Trilium Notes: Hierarchical notes, attachments, scripting; can store code snippets with highlighting. Desktop app with a strong note API—less like an IDE. - Athens / Notea: Emerging apps that mix block-based note-taking with file management and integrations; check current feature sets. 9. Custom repo + VS Code + static site/graph tooling (recommended workflow) - What it is: Keep your Markdown vault + media in a Git repo, open the repo in VS Code, and add: - Dendron or Foam for PKB features, - Markdown preview/graph extensions, - Git, linters, and language extensions for code projects, - A static site generator (Obsidian Publish / MkDocs / Hugo) for browsing. - Why: Full IDE features plus PKB linking/backlinks and source control—scales well for large vaults and multi-language projects. Recommendations (practical): - If you want IDE-first with PKB features: use VS Code + Dendron or Foam. - If you want PKB-first with some coding: keep Obsidian and add VS Code for code directories, or use Obsidian’s plugins for light coding workflows. - If you want reproducible data/code + notes: JupyterLab (or VS Code + Jupyter) with a Markdown vault in the same workspace. - If you want a unified, repo-centric approach that’s robust for large vaults and projects: store everything (Markdown, media, code) in a Git repo and use VS Code as the primary interface with a PKB extension (Dendron/Foam) and Git. If you want, I can: - Suggest a concrete folder/repo structure to combine your vault and code projects. - Provide setup steps to convert an Obsidian vault into a VS Code workspace with Dendron or Foam. Which would you prefer? -------------------- User prompt 2 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 19:44:28: Let's say i have some C++ class code in my knowledge base. I would like to know, if it would be possible to link to some markdown note from withing comment in the C++ code: // [[this-is-link-to-note]] class some_class { }; GPT-5 mini: **Creating a concise answer** I don't need to use a web search for this. The rules about real-world facts say that as long as the information I provide is from the last two years, I'm good to go. Since this is a short response, I’ll skip using headings. I should also use bold text sparingly. It’s important to craft a concise answer with clear examples and notes about editor support to make it informative yet straightforward.Yes — technically you can put a wiki-style link in a C++ comment, but making it clickable/usable depends on tooling. Options: 1) Plain wikilink (human-readable) ```cpp // [[this-is-link-to-note]] class some_class {}; ``` - Works as a visual reminder; not clickable by default. 2) Use an app-specific URI (clickable if your editor/OS supports it) - Obsidian: ```cpp // obsidian://open?vault=VaultName&file=Folder%2Fthis-is-link-to-note ``` - VS Code (open file in editor): ```cpp // vscode://file/C:/path/to/vault/Folder/this-is-link-to-note.md ``` 3) Use file:// or relative path (broad support) ```cpp // file:///home/user/vault/Folder/this-is-link-to-note.md // ../vault/Folder/this-is-link-to-note.md ``` 4) Enable editor extension that recognizes wikilinks in comments - In VS Code you can use extensions that make URIs or wikilinks clickable (e.g., Obsidian URI opener, uri handlers, or wiki-link extensions). With such an extension your [[note]] style or obsidian:// links become clickable inside code comments. Recommendation: use either an app URI (obsidian://) for tight integration with a PKB app, or a file/vscode:// URI for cross-editor clicking, and install the appropriate extension so the link is clickable from the C++ comment. -------------------- User prompt 3 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 19:46:13: List more tools like Dendron GPT-5 mini: **Listing note-taking tools** The user is asking for more tools similar to Dendron, which means I need to follow formatting rules. I aim to create a concise list of tools that are personal knowledge bases in VSCode or similar hierarchical note systems. For longer answers, I should use Markdown headings and lists, and for comparisons, a table is required since there are multiple options with shared attributes. I'll use web search for accurate product information, calling it with the query for alternatives.**Comparing note-taking tools** I want to create a comparison table for tools like Dendron, including options like Foam, Obsidian, Logseq, Trilium, Zettlr, Roam Research, Tana, Athens, Memo, and Joplin. I need to highlight details like the platform, VS Code integration, hierarchy support, local notes storage, and Git-friendliness. Since the developer rules dictate using tables for comparisons of three or more options, I'll make sure to keep everything concise and formatted according to Markdown guidelines.| Tool | Platform / install | VS Code integration | Hierarchy / namespaced notes | Local-first & plain Markdown files | Git-friendly | |---|---:|---|---:|---:|---:| | Foam | VS Code extension / Git repo | Native (runs in VS Code) | Flat by default; can emulate namespaces | Yes (Markdown files) | Yes | | Obsidian | Desktop / mobile app + plugins | Indirect (open vault in VS Code; community plugins) | Not native hierarchies (folders/tags) | Yes (vault of Markdown) | Yes (via file repo + plugins) | | Logseq | Desktop / web (Markdown/Org) | Partial (edit files in VS Code) | Outliner/block-based (blocks, pages) | Yes (local files) | Yes | | Trilium Notes | Desktop (Electron) / server | No dedicated VS Code extension | Strong hierarchical tree (nodes) | Uses internal DB + export to files | Limited (export/import) | | Memo (Markdown Memo) | VS Code extension / standalone | Native (VS Code) | Uses folder/namespace helpers | Yes (Markdown) | Yes | | Tana | Web-first (graph database) | No (files not plain MD) | Powerful hierarchical/tag schema | No (proprietary storage) | No | | Roam Research | Web app (graph/outliner) | Indirect (export to MD) | Block-based graph / pages | Not local-first by default | Exports only | | Joplin | Desktop / mobile (open-source) | Edit files in VS Code | Notebook/folder based (no strict namespaces) | Stores Markdown locally | Yes | | Zettlr | Desktop (Markdown editor) | Can open project in VS Code | Zettelkasten-friendly (file-based) | Yes (Markdown) | Yes | | Athens / Notea (emerging) | Web / self-hosted options | Varies by project | Block/graph features evolving | Some are local/Markdown-first | Varies by project | Quick recommendation: - If you want Dendron’s VS Code + hierarchical workflow: try Foam or Memo (both VS Code native). - If you want stronger hierarchy but outside VS Code: Trilium. - If you prefer block/outliner workflows that still use local files: Logseq or Joplin. - If you want polished local Markdown UX with many plugins: Obsidian (open vault in VS Code for code work). Want a short pros/cons table for 2–3 of these to decide which to try first? -------------------- User prompt 4 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 19:49:18: Searching the web: - https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=32248543 - https://github.com/dendronhq/dendron/discussions/3302 - https://wiki.dendron.so/notes/b33d1803-6e4e-418f-a269-c4d4bde967cf/ - https://forum.devtalk.com/t/dendron-a-personal-knowledge-management-tool-on-top-of-vscode/4083 - https://www.lindy.ai/blog/obsidian-alternatives GPT-5 mini: **Summarizing user search results** The user provided search results, suggesting they want a summary or analysis. I should focus on community discussions and criticisms about tools like Dendron, as well as compare features and alternatives from sources like Lindy.ai. I'll deliver key insights into Dendron's usability, complexity, and community feedback while highlighting pros and cons. It’s important to keep my response concise and helpful, guiding the user with key recommendations for next steps based on my findings.Got it — here’s a concise synthesis of what those links reveal about Dendron and alternatives, plus quick recommendations. Key points about Dendron (from discussions and threads) - Strengths: deep VS Code integration, hierarchical/namespaced notes, Git-first workflow, workspace/project orientation, powerful search and cross-note references. - Pain points raised: steep learning curve, opinionated structure (hierarchy rules), UI/UX tradeoffs inside VS Code, occasional sync/extension issues, docs/discussion threads for troubleshooting. - Good fit: developers who want repo-centric PKB tightly embedded in their IDE and don’t mind adopting Dendron’s conventions. Common alternatives and how they differ (high-level) - Foam: VS Code-native, Git-first, more lightweight and flexible (less opinionated hierarchy). - Memo (Markdown Memo): VS Code extension focused on note taking inside VS Code with simpler namespace helpers. - Obsidian: rich plugin ecosystem, excellent graph/attachments, desktop-first UX; integrates with VS Code but not IDE-native. - Logseq: block/outliner model with local Markdown/Org support; strong block-level linking and queries, less IDE feel. - Trilium: strong hierarchical node model, scripting and attachments; separate app (not VS Code). - Joplin: notebook/folder model, local-first, sync options; simpler compared to Dendron. - Zettlr / other Markdown editors: writing-focused, file-based, usable alongside VS Code. When to pick which - Want Dendron-like, IDE-first + hierarchy: try Foam or Memo in VS Code first (lighter ramp). - Want Obsidian-style graph + plugins but still code projects: keep Obsidian for PKB and open repo in VS Code; or use Obsidian URI/file links from code. - Prefer outliner/block workflows and local files: Logseq. - Need a standalone hierarchical app with scripting: Trilium. Next step suggestions - Try Foam or Memo on a copy of your repo (low friction) to compare how they feel vs Dendron. - Open a representative subset of your vault + a code project in a VS Code workspace to test navigation, search, and linking. - If you want, I can provide a 1-step setup checklist to try Foam or Memo with your existing vault. Which one should I show? -------------------- User prompt 5 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 19:51:44: List some more open-source tools for personal knowledge management. GPT-5 mini: **Considering open-source PKM tools** The user asked for a list of open-source personal knowledge management (PKM) tools. Since formatting rules suggest using tables for comparisons, I could present a table since we're listing many tools. I'll include attributes like name, platform, notes, and repository link. I want to ensure to stay focused on open-source options. Obsidian isn’t one of them, so I’ll leave it out. I'll aim for a comprehensive list of at least 15 tools, including options like Foam, Dendron, Logseq, and others.**Reviewing PKM tools** I’m considering a few more open-source personal knowledge management (PKM) tools like Athens, Notea, Org-roam, Neorg, and possibly Wikidpad. I wonder if I should include Paperless, but that seems more focused on document management rather than PKM. To make sure I have the correct names and options, I think it’s a good idea to run a WebSearch for accuracy. This will ensure I'm presenting the best possible list for the user!**Compiling PKM Tools** I need to create a concise table of open-source Personal Knowledge Management (PKM) tools. I’m thinking of about 15 tools with brief notes but will avoid external links. I’ll format this using Markdown, including a table with columns for Name, Platform, Notes, and License. The tools I'm considering are Foam, Dendron, Logseq, Joplin, Trilium, TiddlyWiki, Zettlr, Neuron, Org-roam, Neorg, QOwnNotes, Notea, VNote, Laverna, CherryTree, and possibly BookStack. I’ll ensure everything is clear and accurate.| Tool | Platform | Short notes | License | |---|---:|---|---| | Foam | VS Code extension / Git | Minimal, Git/VS Code native PKB built on Markdown files | MIT | | Dendron | VS Code extension / Git | Hierarchical, namespaced notes inside VS Code (repo-centric) | Apache-2.0 | | Logseq | Desktop / web / mobile | Outliner/block-based, local Markdown/Org files, queryable graph | AGPL-3.0 | | Joplin | Desktop / mobile / CLI | Notebook-style, local Markdown, sync options, web clipper | GPL-3.0 | | Trilium Notes | Desktop (Electron) / self-host | Node-like hierarchical nodes, scripting, rich attachments | AGPL-3.0 | | TiddlyWiki | Single-file wiki (web/desktop) | Highly hackable personal wiki (single HTML file) | BSD-3-Clause | | Zettlr | Desktop (Markdown editor) | Writing-focused Zettelkasten tooling, citation support | AGPL-3.0 | | Org-roam | Emacs (Org-mode) | Zettelkasten-style backlinks and graph on top of Org-mode | MIT | | Neuron | Desktop / CLI | Zettelkasten note manager for Markdown with fast search | MIT | | Neorg | Neovim plugin | Outliner and workspace for Neovim using plain text/org-like files | MIT | | QOwnNotes | Desktop (Qt) | Plain-text/Markdown editor with todo support, Nextcloud friendly | GPL-2.0 | | BookStack | Self-hosted web app | Wiki-style book/chapter/page structure for team PKM | MIT | | Notea | Web / self-hosted | Block/graph-focused note app (Markdown-first implementations) | MIT (varies by project) | | VNote | Desktop (Qt) | Markdown editor optimized for programmers, tree-based notebooks | GPL-3.0 | | CherryTree | Desktop (GTK) | Hierarchical rich-text/Markdown notes with attachments | GPL-3.0 | | Turtl | Desktop / mobile / self-host | Encrypted notes and attachments, privacy-focused | AGPL-3.0 | If you want, I can: - Filter these to the best VS Code–centric options, - Give a 1-minute setup checklist for migrating a Markdown vault into any of them. Which? -------------------- User prompt 6 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 19:53:22: Searching the web: - https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=32248543 - https://www.outlinersoftware.com/topics/viewt/9748 - https://alternativeto.net/software/trilium-notes/?p=2 - https://onehack.st/t/list-of-personal-knowledge-management-systems/194203 GPT-5 mini: **Considering tool synthesis** The user has provided links, which makes me think they might want a synthesis. They didn’t ask a specific question, but it seems they expect me to update a list of open-source tools. I remember they previously requested a list, so I'll aim to concisely synthesize any additional tools found in those links and include a few more open-source personal knowledge management tools. I'll keep my response concise and to the point!Noted — those links surface a few additional or lesser-known OSS PKM projects and discussion threads. Concise additions and highlights not already listed: - Foam (already listed) — common VS Code option mentioned across threads. - Trilium alternatives called out in threads: Laverna (web/desktop, MD, client‑side encryption), MyTiddlyWiki variants, and BookStack (wiki-style). - Lightweight/CLI or filesystem-first tools: Vaulted/Obsidiantools scripts, mdBook (docs/site-centric), and plain Git + static site (Hugo/MkDocs) workflows. - Outliner/Org-centric: org-roam (Emacs), Neorg (Neovim). - Self-hosted web apps: Outline (team wiki, open-core), Wiki.js (Markdown-first, Node), BookStack. - Encrypted/privacy-first: Turtl, Standard Notes (core is open-source; extended features paid). - Single-file / highly hackable: TiddlyWiki and its community forks/plugins. - Emerging or niche projects often mentioned: Notea, Athens, Trilium forks, and various Nextcloud-integrated note apps (e.g., Notes for Nextcloud, QOwnNotes). If you want, I can produce a filtered shortlist (3–5) that best match your needs (VS Code integration, local Markdown-first, or self-hosted web). Which focus do you prefer? -------------------- User prompt 7 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 20:16:19: List some resources on how to create good personal knowledge management framework GPT-5 mini: **Compiling Resource List** I've got search results and need to create a resource list. I'll keep it concise and organized. I can categorize it into books, articles, guides, tools, templates, communities, videos, and courses, but no links due to the WebSearch Tool Rules. For books, I might include titles like "How to Take Smart Notes" and "Getting Things Done." Articles and guides could feature posts from Forte Labs. Resources will point to Zettelkasten.net. For communities, I’ll mention r/ObsidianMD. I'll also include templates like PARA and resources for tutorials.### Essential books - How to Take Smart Notes — Sönke Ahrens (Zettelkasten / atomic notes) - Building a Second Brain — Tiago Forte (PARA / CODE workflows) - Getting Things Done — David Allen (task/workflow foundations) ### Practical guides & primers - Zettelkasten method beginner guides (atomic notes, literature→permanent notes workflow) - PARA and CODE walkthroughs (capture→organize→distill→express; Projects/Areas/Resources/Archive) - Linking Your Thinking / Maps of Content primers (creating MOCs and navigable note maps) ### Tool-focused how-tos - VS Code PKM setups (Foam, Dendron, Memo) and vault-integration checklists - Obsidian vault migration and URI/file-link integration guides - JupyterLab / notebook workflows for research+notes ### Systems & index methods - Johnny.Decimal (predictable numeric filing) - Zettelkasten slip-box workflows and templates - MOC (Map of Content) patterns and templates ### Tutorials & courses - Short practical courses on Building a Second Brain (structured PARA/CODE exercises) - Video walkthroughs/demos of Zettelkasten, Obsidian, Logseq setups (YouTube search for hands‑on demos) - Step-by-step articles showing how to migrate a Markdown vault into Foam/Dendron/Obsidian ### Tools & templates to try - Capture inbox templates (quick-capture note formats) - Permanent-note template (one idea per note, links, sources, tags) - Project & MOC templates (project pages linking to relevant permanent notes) ### Communities & ongoing learning - PKM subreddits and Discord/Slack groups (Obsidian, Zettelkasten, Logseq communities) - Blog series and newsletters on PKM (long-form comparisons, workflows, tradeoffs) - GitHub repos with example vaults and templates to fork If you want, I can: - Provide a 1‑page starter framework (inboxes, note types, folder/tags, daily/weekly routines), or - Generate templates for Capture, Literature, Permanent notes, and a PARA folder layout. Which one? -------------------- User prompt 8 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 20:17:50: Searching the web: - https://disputant.medium.com/zettelkasten-method-how-to-take-smart-notes-for-knowledge-management-a66f636ede6c - https://bitsofchris.com/p/27-how-to-take-smart-notes-to-build - https://www.apragmaticmind.com/blog/what-is-a-second-brain - https://www.samharnold.com/p/a-beginners-guide-to-zettelkasten - https://fortelabs.com/blog/how-to-take-smart-notes/ GPT-5 mini: ## 1‑Page Starter PKM Framework ### Note types (use separate folders/tags) - **Inbox:** quick captures, ephemeral ideas, meeting notes - **Literature:** source notes (papers, articles, videos) with metadata and highlights - **Permanent:** atomic notes with one idea each, linked, evergreen - **Project:** action-oriented notes tied to active work (plans, TODOs) - **MOC (Map of Content):** index pages that link and surface related permanent notes ### File/folder layout (filesystem / Git repo) - /inbox/ - /literature/ - /permanent/ - /projects/ - /mocs/ - /attachments/ (images, pdfs, media) OR use PARA: /Projects /Areas /Resources /Archive ### Naming & short-id convention - Human title + optional date or numeric id: 2026-03-30 - topic.md or topic.md - For Zettelkasten-style: YYYYMMDDHHMM - short-title.md (optional) ### Templates (short) - Capture (Inbox) - Title - Source / Context: - Note: (free text) - Action? (Y/N) → if yes, move to Projects - Literature - Title / Author / Link / Date - Summary (1–3 lines) - Highlights (quoted) - Permanent note ideas (links) - Permanent - Title / Tags / Links - Idea (one concise paragraph) - Related (links to other permanent notes) - Project - Goal (one line) - Next actions (checklist) - Related notes / MOC links ### Linking & discoverability rules - Link liberally: every permanent note should link to at least one MOC or related note. - Create MOCs for big topics (1 per major area). - Use backlinks and short, consistent tags for orthogonal organization (#method, #concept). ### Daily / weekly routine - Daily: capture into Inbox; triage 5–10 minutes — convert to Literature/Project/Permanent or archive. - Weekly (30–60 min): process Inbox, update Project next actions, review MOCs and add links/notes. ### Sync / storage / tooling suggestions - Keep notes as plain Markdown + attachments in a Git repo for versioning. - Use editor that supports backlinks and quick linking (Obsidian, VS Code + Foam/Dendron). - Use obsidian:// or file:// links in code comments if linking code→notes. ### Minimal rules to enforce - One idea per Permanent note. - Brief titles and consistent tag set. - Link before you archive. Would you like ready-made Markdown templates for the four note types and a sample folder structure you can drop into your vault? -------------------- User prompt 9 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 20:18:59: What about these? - https://mcpmarket.com/tools/skills/obsidian-pkm-framework - https://thereadwellpodcast.com/essay/live-an-intellectual-life-with-a-pkm-system/ - https://github.com/ballred/obsidian-claude-pkm - https://publish.obsidian.md/scottnovis/Published/How+I+Setup+my+Personal+Knowledge+Management+System - https://dev.to/toniaczlog/building-a-polish-pkm-system-for-obsidian-a-3-week-journey-3dd - https://www.polyinnovator.space/turning-obsidian-into-the-all-in-one-pkm-system-like-jarvis/ - https://www.brianmathews.io/blog/a-peek-into-my-personal-knowledge-management-system-how-i-use-obsidian-for-work - https://krucho.ski/building-a-pkm-with-obsidian-and-claude-a-practical-guide/ - https://www.isaacwyatt.com/using-obsidian-for-pkm/ - https://excalidraw-obsidian.online/Zsolt's+Blog/What+is+Visual+PKM+and+why+should+you+care - https://obsidianstarterkit.com/ - https://medium.com/obsidian-observer/my-experiences-with-obsidian-as-my-pkm-system-e9792b0d4a40 - https://forum.johnnydecimal.com/t/need-help-integrating-jd-and-my-pkm-vault-in-obsidian/1385 - https://practicalpkm.com/10-things-learned-from-using-obsidian-for-5-years/ - https://hackernoon.com/pkm-obsidian-the-tech-stack-for-your-brain-you-didnt-know-you-needed - https://thesweetsetup.com/pkm-stack-framework-review-ugmonk-gather-more/ - https://blog.warrenweb.net/pkm/ - https://www.xda-developers.com/how-to-use-obsidian-to-create-a-personal-knowledge-management-system/ - https://mayankgupta.com/productivity/obsessed-with-obsidian-and-personal-knowledge-management-pkm/ - https://obsidianguide.de/grundlagen/obsidan-als-pkm-tool - https://www.atlasworkspace.ai/blog/pkm-apps-for-researchers - https://www.dsebastien.net/2021-12-03-personal-knowledge-management-organization/ - https://parazettel.com/articles/obsidian-daily-workflows/ - https://hashbang.nl/blog/why-and-how-i-maintain-a-personal-knowledge-management-system-using-obsidian - https://forum.obsidian.md/t/pkm-for-programmers-software-engineers-etc/56002 - https://chaintng.com/2025/04/obsidian-md-build-your-second-brain-🧠-with-pkm - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jdi2e3htoyk - https://obsidianttrpgtutorials.com/Obsidian+TTRPG+Tutorials/Getting+Started/Vault+Structure - https://obsidianvault.app/ - https://www.mentiscraft.com/ - https://md.stormyark.de/Obsidian-Vault/Obsidian-Vault - https://blog.shuvangkardas.com/free-obsidian-starter-kit - https://www.linkingyourthinking.com/accelerator GPT-5 mini: **Synthesizing Obsidian Resources** The user seems to be looking for commentary or a list on various resources they've mentioned. They pointed out that these resources focus on Obsidian and include tutorials, templates, community input, AI integrations, visual PKM, starter kits, workflows, and developer threads. I think it would be great to provide a concise synthesis, suggesting a few to start with and organizing them under clear headings. I'll recommend three starting points: the Obsidian Starter Kit, PracticalPKM, and LinkingYourThinking.These are mostly Obsidian‑centric PKM resources (guides, templates, workflows, community threads, blog posts, and examples) plus a few tool‑agnostic or visual/AI integrations. Short synthesis: ### Types of resources in your list - Practical how‑tos and personal writeups: (scottnovis, brianmathews, isaacwyatt, mayankgupta, shuvangkardas) — real vault examples and workflows. - Starter kits & templates: obsidianstarterkit, obsidianvault.app, free‑obsidian‑starter‑kit — ready files to drop into a vault. - Deep workflow essays & long‑form guides: practicalpkm, linkingyourthinking, parazettel, the readwell essay — method and philosophy (Zettelkasten, MOCs, PARA). - Technical / developer threads: forum.obsidian.md, johnnydecimal forum, Hacker News threads — integration, JD, programmer workflows. - Visual & diagram tools: Excalidraw‑Obsidian, visual PKM posts — for sketching MOCs and concept maps. - AI integrations & automation: obsidian-claude-pkm, ballred repo, polyinnovator — examples of combining Obsidian with LLMs (Claude, prompts, automation). - Self‑hosted / community projects and alternatives: BookStack/others referenced across posts and lists. - Video & tutorial series: YouTube link, Obsidian TTRPG tutorials — walkthroughs and niche use cases. ### Strengths across the set - Large set of practical, copy‑able templates and vault structures. - Good developer/programmer threads for integrating code repos, JD, and VS Code. - Several examples showing how to add AI assistants and automation. - Balanced mix of high‑level method (Zettelkasten/PARA) and tactical vault setup. ### Quick next steps (pick one) - Want a ready vault to try now: use Obsidian Starter Kit or obsidianvault.app. - Want method first: read PracticalPKM or Linking Your Thinking. - Want developer/A.I. integrations: inspect obsidian-claude-pkm and the developer forum threads. Which one should I fetch a concise setup checklist or template for? -------------------- User prompt 10 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 20:19:52: https://www.google.com/search?q=obsidian+pkm+framework GPT-5 mini: **Providing resources for Obsidian PKM** It looks like the user wants resources, likely related to their Google search link. They didn't pose a specific question, so I want to keep my response concise. I’ll offer to fetch a setup checklist or templates for the Obsidian PKM framework. I think it’s best to provide a brief summary of various frameworks like PARA, Zettelkasten, and JD. I'll include recommended resources like the Obsidian Starter Kit and Linking Your Thinking. Finally, I’ll ask if they’d like a checklist or something else.That search returns many Obsidian PKM frameworks and starter kits; concise summary and actionable next steps: Key frameworks and patterns - PARA (Projects, Areas, Resources, Archive) — task/project‑centric organization. - Zettelkasten / Atomic Notes — one idea per note, permanent notes + literature notes. - Johnny.Decimal — numeric, predictable filing for collections. - MOC (Map of Content) — index pages that surface and navigate topic clusters. - Inbox → Triage → Publish workflow — capture first, process later. Useful Obsidian‑specific resources (quick shortlist) - Obsidian Starter Kit (templates + plugins) - PracticalPKM — long‑form lessons and tradeoffs from years of use - Linking Your Thinking — MOC patterns and templates - obsidian-claude-pkm (GitHub) — example AI integration and automation - Obsidian community forum threads on PKM & developer workflows Typical vault structure to try - /Inbox/ - /Projects/ - /Areas/ - /Resources/ (or /Literature/) - /Permanent/ (atomic notes) - /MOCs/ - /Attachments/ Next actions I can do - Generate a ready Obsidian vault starter (folders + 6 Markdown templates). - Produce a 1‑week routine (daily capture, weekly triage) tailored to developers. Which of those would you like? -------------------- User prompt 11 of 11 - 30/03/2026, 20:27:35: Some Obsidian vaults (google: obsidian vaults buy, obsidian pkm framework): - https://ko-fi.com/s/c8e544e005 - https://obsidianvaults.com/collections/all - https://payhip.com/b/45ONf - https://reachdashop.gumroad.com/l/obsidianprojectmanagementvault - https://preslav.me/2022/10/19/do-you-use-one-or-more-obsidian-vaults/ - https://systemsculpt.com/resources/obsidian-daily-vault - https://shop.johnmavrick.com/usv - https://johnmavrick.gumroad.com/l/obsidian-starter-vault GPT-5 mini: Those links are mostly paid starter vaults, template packs, or essays about vault strategy (single vs multiple). Common themes: prebuilt folder structures, daily/weekly workflows, project templates, and paid bundles for niche use (project management, daily journaling, developer setups). I can create a free starter Obsidian vault for you (folders + 6 Markdown templates: Inbox, Literature, Permanent, Project, MOC, Daily) and a 1‑week routine tuned for developers — shall I generate and show the files/text now?