Agent skill

Anki Card Creator

by aipoch in aipoch/medical-research-skills

Use anki-card-creator for academic writing workflows that need structured execution, explicit assumptions, and clear output boundaries for study-card generation.

MITAuto-check passedEducation

Install Anki Card Creator

skills CLI
$ npx skills add aipoch/medical-research-skills --skill anki-card-creator -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install aipoch/medical-research-skills anki-card-creator --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/aipoch/medical-research-skills.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/'scientific-skills/Academic Writing/anki-card-creator' .claude/skills/anki-card-creator && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
anki-card-creator
GitHub stars
1.9k
Token cost
~2.1k tokens
SKILL.md length
972 words
Files
6 (incl. scripts, references)
Skills in repo
578
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
MIT

At a glance

Use anki-card-creator for academic writing workflows that need structured execution, explicit assumptions, and clear output boundaries for study-card generation.

  • Works in 4 steps: Confirm the user input, output path, and… → Edit the in-file CONFIG block or… → Run python scripts/main.py with the… → …
  • Tasks that involve Study guides and flashcards
  • SKILL.md covers When to Use, Key Features, Dependencies and Example Usage, plus 18 more sections
  • Runs Python scripts from its folder; calls python

What it does

Anki Card Creator is an agent skill from aipoch/medical-research-skills. Use anki-card-creator for academic writing workflows that need structured execution, explicit assumptions, and clear output boundaries for study-card generation.

Its SKILL.md is about 2.1k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. The skill folder holds 7 other files, including scripts and reference files (for example `anki-card-creator_audit_result_v2.json`, `references/audit-reference.md` and `scripts/main.py`).

It sits in Education, covering Study guides and flashcards and Scientific writing. The repository describes itself as: Hundreds of agent skills for medical research, including protocol design, data analysis, evidence insights, and academic writing. The licence is MIT.

When your agent uses it

  • Tasks that involve Study guides and flashcards
  • Tasks that involve Scientific writing

Example prompts

  • “/anki-card-creator”

Requirements

  • Python 3

Workflow steps

4 steps, taken from the first numbered list in SKILL.md.

  1. Confirm the user input, output path, and any required config values.
  2. Edit the in-file CONFIG block or documented parameters if the script uses fixed settings.
  3. Run python scripts/main.py with the validated inputs.
  4. Review the generated output and return the final artifact with any assumptions called out.

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit 686e09d. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves nothing: there is no allowed-tools line, so your agent's usual permission prompts apply.

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    Ships 1 file in scripts/ (Python), which the agent can run.

    Shell commands in SKILL.md call:

    • python

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    No URLs in SKILL.md.

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Anki Card Creator loads about 2.1k tokens when it runs, and up to ~2.3k if it reads all its reference files. Until then it costs about 45 tokens; SKILL.md has 972 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~45
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~2.1k
With references · SKILL.md plus every file in references/, read only if the agent opens them
~2.3k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); the scripts in this folder are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from aipoch/medical-research-skills at commit 686e09d, republished under its MIT licence (© aipoch). 972 words, ~2,078 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/anki-card-creator/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 5 other files; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
anki-card-creator
description
Use anki-card-creator for academic writing workflows that need structured execution, explicit assumptions, and clear output boundaries for study-card generation.
license
MIT
author
AIPOCH

Source: https://github.com/aipoch/medical-research-skills

Anki Card Creator

Structured flashcard generation for medical study content.

When to Use

  • Use this skill when the task needs structured Anki-style cards from medical notes, textbook excerpts, lecture summaries, or Q&A study material.
  • Use this skill for academic writing tasks that require explicit assumptions, bounded scope, and a reproducible output format.
  • Use this skill when you need a documented fallback path for missing inputs, execution errors, or partial evidence.

Key Features

  • Scope-focused workflow aligned to: Use anki-card-creator for academic writing workflows that need structured execution, explicit assumptions, and clear output boundaries for study-card generation.
  • Packaged executable path(s): scripts/main.py.
  • Reference material available in references/ for task-specific guidance.
  • Structured execution path designed to keep outputs consistent and reviewable.

Dependencies

See ## Prerequisites above for related details.

  • Python: 3.10+. Repository baseline for current packaged skills.
  • argparse: unspecified. Declared in requirements.txt.
  • re: unspecified. Declared in requirements.txt.

Example Usage

bash
cd "20260318/scientific-skills/Academic Writing/anki-card-creator"
python -m py_compile scripts/main.py
python scripts/main.py --help

Example run plan:

  1. Confirm the user input, output path, and any required config values.
  2. Edit the in-file CONFIG block or documented parameters if the script uses fixed settings.
  3. Run python scripts/main.py with the validated inputs.
  4. Review the generated output and return the final artifact with any assumptions called out.

Implementation Details

See ## Workflow above for related details.

  • Execution model: validate the request, choose the packaged workflow, and produce a bounded deliverable.
  • Input controls: confirm the source files, scope limits, output format, and acceptance criteria before running any script.
  • Primary implementation surface: scripts/main.py.
  • Reference guidance: references/ contains supporting rules, prompts, or checklists.
  • Parameters to clarify first: input path, output path, scope filters, thresholds, and any domain-specific constraints.
  • Output discipline: keep results reproducible, identify assumptions explicitly, and avoid undocumented side effects.

Quick Check

Use this command to verify that the packaged script entry point can be parsed before deeper execution.

bash
python -m py_compile scripts/main.py

Audit-Ready Commands

Use these concrete commands for validation. They are intentionally self-contained and avoid placeholder paths.

bash
python -m py_compile scripts/main.py
python scripts/main.py --help

Workflow

  1. Confirm the study objective, learner level, card format, and content source before drafting cards.
  2. Check whether the material is already in Q/A form, needs manual restructuring, or is too incomplete for safe conversion.
  3. Use the packaged script when the input matches supported arguments; otherwise produce a manual card plan without fabricating content.
  4. Return cards or a card blueprint with assumptions, tagging guidance, and validation notes.
  5. If required content is missing, stop and request only the minimum additional input.

Use Cases

  • Convert lecture notes into atomic recall cards
  • Turn drug summaries into mechanism and adverse-effect cards
  • Prepare anatomy cards with structure, location, and function blocks

Parameters

ParameterTypeRequiredDefaultDescription
--input, -istringNo-Input text file containing Q/A pairs
--output, -ostringNoanki_cards.txtOutput TSV file for Anki import
--drugflagNofalseCreate a drug card from structured fields
--anatomyflagNofalseCreate an anatomy card from structured fields
--namestringNo-Drug or structure name
--mechanismstringNo-Mechanism of action
--indicationsstringNo-Clinical indications
--side-effectsstringNo-Side effects
--locationstringNo-Anatomical location
--functionstringNo-Anatomical function

Returns

  • Anki-importable TSV output
  • Card fronts and backs aligned to a single learning target
  • Clear note when input is incomplete or too ambiguous for safe conversion

Example

Q: What is the mechanism of metformin?

Risk Assessment

Risk IndicatorAssessmentLevel
Code ExecutionLocal Python script execution onlyMedium
Network AccessNo external API callsLow
File System AccessReads local input files and writes output deckMedium
Instruction TamperingStandard prompt-guided workflowLow
Data ExposureOutput remains in workspace unless shared by userLow
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Security Checklist

  • No hardcoded credentials or API keys
  • No unauthorized file system access (../)
  • Output does not expose sensitive information not present in input
  • Prompt injection protections in place
  • Input file paths validated before execution
  • Output directory restricted to workspace
  • Error messages kept concise and non-deceptive
  • Dependencies reviewed before broader deployment

Prerequisites

No additional Python packages required for the packaged entry point.

Evaluation Criteria

Success Metrics
  • Script path parses successfully
  • Card structure is atomic and importable
  • Output stays within provided study source
  • Missing data triggers explicit fallback behavior
Test Cases
  1. Basic Functionality: Help output and script parse succeed
  2. Edge Case: Missing structured fields triggers bounded fallback
  3. Output Quality: Cards remain concise and non-duplicative

Lifecycle Status

  • Current Stage: Draft
  • Next Review Date: 2026-03-20
  • Known Issues: Raw prose still requires manual curation before import at scale
  • Planned Improvements:
    • Safer direct-text parsing for non-file inputs
    • More explicit tag presets by subject

Output Requirements

Every final response should make these items explicit when they are relevant:

  • Objective or requested deliverable
  • Inputs used and assumptions introduced
  • Workflow or decision path
  • Core result, recommendation, or artifact
  • Constraints, risks, caveats, or validation needs
  • Unresolved items and next-step checks

Error Handling

  • If required inputs are missing, state exactly which fields are missing and request only the minimum additional information.
  • If the task goes outside the documented scope, stop instead of guessing or silently widening the assignment.
  • If scripts/main.py fails, report the failure point, summarize what still can be completed safely, and provide a manual fallback.
  • Do not fabricate files, citations, data, search results, or execution outcomes.

Input Validation

This skill accepts requests that match the documented purpose of anki-card-creator and include enough context to complete the workflow safely.

Do not continue the workflow when the request is out of scope, missing a critical input, or would require unsupported assumptions. Instead respond:

anki-card-creator only handles its documented workflow. Please provide the missing required inputs or switch to a more suitable skill.

References

Response Template

Use the following fixed structure for non-trivial requests:

  1. Objective
  2. Inputs Received
  3. Assumptions
  4. Workflow
  5. Deliverable
  6. Risks and Limits
  7. Next Checks

If the request is simple, you may compress the structure, but still keep assumptions and limits explicit when they affect correctness.

© aipoch, MIT. Rendered from Markdown: HTML in the file is shown as text, images as links, and headings moved down two levels. Raw file

Files

SKILL.md and 5 other files (scripts, references) in scientific-skills/Academic Writing/anki-card-creator of aipoch/medical-research-skills.

  • SKILL.md
  • anki-card-creator_audit_result_v2.json
  • anki_cards.txt
  • references/audit-reference.md
  • requirements.txt
  • scripts/main.py

Open the folder on GitHubat commit 686e09d

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Questions about Anki Card Creator

What does Anki Card Creator do?

Use anki-card-creator for academic writing workflows that need structured execution, explicit assumptions, and clear output boundaries for study-card generation. Anki Card Creator is an agent skill from aipoch/medical-research-skills. Use anki-card-creator for academic writing workflows that need structured execution, explicit assumptions, and clear output boundaries for study-card generation.

When should I use Anki Card Creator?

Anki Card Creator fits situations like: tasks that involve Study guides and flashcards; tasks that involve Scientific writing.

How do I install Anki Card Creator in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add aipoch/medical-research-skills --skill anki-card-creator -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (scientific-skills/Academic Writing/anki-card-creator in aipoch/medical-research-skills) into .claude/skills/anki-card-creator in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Anki Card Creator in Codex?

Run `npx skills add aipoch/medical-research-skills --skill anki-card-creator -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (scientific-skills/Academic Writing/anki-card-creator in aipoch/medical-research-skills) into .agents/skills/anki-card-creator in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Anki Card Creator in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add aipoch/medical-research-skills --skill anki-card-creator -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/anki-card-creator, .gemini/skills/anki-card-creator, .github/skills/anki-card-creator and .opencode/skills/anki-card-creator in your project.

What does Anki Card Creator need to run?

Going by SKILL.md and its folder, Anki Card Creator needs Python for the scripts in its folder and the command-line tools its instructions call (python). Our summary lists: Python 3.

Does Anki Card Creator access the network?

SKILL.md contains no URLs. Any network use would come from the scripts or tools the agent runs. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Anki Card Creator safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. The check reads SKILL.md only: the scripts in the folder are not scanned, so read them before running anything.

What licence does Anki Card Creator use?

Anki Card Creator is published under the MIT licence (declared in SKILL.md). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Anki Card Creator use?

About 2.1k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 8.3k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full. Its references folder adds about 234 tokens, read only when the agent opens those files.

What are the alternatives to Anki Card Creator?

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Who maintains Anki Card Creator?

aipoch (a GitHub organization) maintains it in aipoch/medical-research-skills, which has 1,937 GitHub stars. The repository holds 578 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on September 17, 2026.

Source: aipoch/medical-research-skills on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.