Introducing "Obsidian Live Variables" Plugin: Simplify Data Management in Your Notes

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Hello Obsidian community!

I’m excited to introduce a new plugin I’ve been working on that brings a powerful coding concept into the realm of note-taking.

What is it?

Obsidian Live Variables is a plugin designed to help you efficiently manage and reuse data within your notes. By allowing you to define variables directly in your note’s properties, this plugin ensures that any changes you make to these variables are automatically reflected across all instances in your note. This feature is especially useful for maintaining consistency and saving time when dealing with frequently updated information.

Key Features

  • Dynamic Variable Management: Easily define and update variables within your note’s properties. All instances of these variables in the note will update automatically, ensuring consistency.
  • User-Friendly Interface: The plugin offers an intuitive setup and management system for variables, making it accessible even for those new to coding concepts.
  • Markdown Support: You can define variables with markdown styles, and this formatting will be preserved wherever the variable is used in your note.

How to Use

  1. Install the Plugin:

    • Download the plugin from the GitHub repository.
    • Place the plugin folder in your Obsidian plugins directory.
    • Enable the plugin through Obsidian’s settings.

  2. Define Variables:

    • Open the note where you want to use variables.
    • In the note’s properties, define your variables. For example:
      ---
projectName: Obsidian Live Variables Plugin
dueDate: 2024-12-31
---

  3. Use Variables in Your Note:

    • Insert a variable by using the command Live Variable: Insert live variable and then select your desired variable.

  4. Update Variables:

    • Modify the values in the note’s properties, and all corresponding instances of the variables in the note will be updated automatically.

Contributing

Contributions are highly encouraged! If you have ideas for new features or improvements, feel free to open an issue or submit a pull request on the GitHub repository.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License.

I’m looking forward to your feedback and hope this plugin enhances your Obsidian experience!

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That could be a fun MadLibs. :slight_smile:

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