notebooklm

The NotebookLM skill enables users to query their Google NotebookLM notebooks directly within the Claude Code environment. This integration allows for source-grounded, citation-backed answers by leveraging Gemini's capabilities. The primary function of this skill is to automate interactions with NotebookLM, providing a seamless way to retrieve and manage notebook data through automated browser sessions. Each session queries the notebook for answers, ensuring that no hallucinations are involved—answers are based entirely on the user's knowledge base in NotebookLM.

Key features of the NotebookLM skill include easy notebook management, such as adding, searching, and activating notebooks, as well as the ability to query notebooks by specific topics. The skill supports critical functionality like authentication setup (which includes manual Google login), browser automation for querying notebooks, and library management for keeping track of multiple notebooks. The skill's robust and reliable architecture eliminates errors, such as missing dependencies, by using a `run.py` wrapper that ensures proper setup before execution.

This skill is particularly useful for professionals who regularly interact with large documentation repositories stored in NotebookLM. Researchers, content creators, and anyone who needs access to curated, organized knowledge bases will benefit from the ability to query their notebooks efficiently. By using clear prompts and following a structured process, users can leverage their notebooks as a reliable, powerful source of information to enhance their workflows.