Read a Note

This skill reads a specific note from the notes database.

Note: When notes-buddy is first invoked, the entire database is injected into context via hooks. You typically only need this skill to re-read notes after making changes.

Instructions

1. Check Configuration Exists

Use the Read tool to try reading notes-config.yaml.

If the file doesn't exist: Report: "Notes aren't configured yet. I can help you set that up — just ask me to add a note and I'll walk you through the setup."

Stop execution.

2. Read the Configuration

Read notes-config.yaml and extract the notes_path value.

Handle path resolution:

• •If the path starts with ~, expand it to the user's home directory
• •If the path starts with ./, it's relative to the config file location

3. Check Database Exists

Use the Read tool to try reading <notes_path>/index.md.

If it doesn't exist, report: "The notes database hasn't been initialized yet. Use notes-add to create your first note."

4. Find the Note

From the user's request, determine which note they want to read.

Check the index for a matching topic. Match by:

• •Exact topic name
• •Partial match
• •Description keywords

If no match found, list available notes and ask the user to clarify.

5. Read and Present

Use the Read tool to read <notes_path>/<topic>.md.

Present the content to the user in a clear, readable format.