Obsidian¶

Introduction to Obsidian¶

Obsidian is a powerful note-taking and knowledge management application that leverages the concept of a personal knowledge base (PKB) using Markdown notes.

How I Use Obsidian in My Daily Work¶

Note Organization¶

Obsidian allows me to create interconnected notes using Markdown, which makes it easy to structure and organize my thoughts, project details, and code snippets. I create a separate note for each project, where I can jot down ideas, requirements, and relevant links.

Linking and Backlinking¶

One of the standout features of Obsidian is its ability to create bidirectional links between notes. This means I can reference and link notes to each other, creating a web of interconnected information. This is especially helpful for maintaining context across different projects and topics.

Code Snippets and Syntax Highlighting¶

Since we’re programmers, I’m sure you’ll appreciate Obsidian’s built-in code block support and syntax highlighting. I can easily embed code snippets in my notes and have them formatted beautifully.

Daily Logs and Task Management¶

Obsidian’s daily notes feature lets me create a new note for each day. This is great for jotting down daily to-dos, accomplishments, and thoughts. It helps me track my progress and stay organized.

Favorite Plugin: Dataview¶

One of my favorite plugins in Obsidian is Dataview. It’s a plugin that turns your notes into a powerful database. With Dataview, I can create tables, lists, and charts directly from the information in my notes. This is incredibly useful for project tracking, data analysis, and even creating documentation with up-to-date statistics.

Tips for Getting Started¶

1. Markdown Basics: Familiarize yourself with Markdown syntax. It’s simple and will make your notes look neat and well-formatted.

2. Linking: Start creating links between your notes. It might feel a bit strange at first, but soon you’ll see the benefits of easily navigating through your personal knowledge base.

3. Backlinks: Explore the concept of backlinks. They’re like a trail of breadcrumbs that lead you back to the sources referencing a particular note.

4. Custom CSS: If you’re into customization, consider tweaking the CSS to give Obsidian a personal touch. There’s a supportive community that shares CSS themes you can use.

5. Plugins: While Dataview is my favorite, Obsidian has a plethora of plugins. Explore and experiment with them to find what enhances your workflow.

6. Collaboration: Obsidian doesn’t natively support real-time collaboration, but you can still collaborate by sharing Markdown notes through version control systems like Git.