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Zotero to Org-mode Import Tool Project

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Zotero to Org-mode Import Tool Project

Goal:* To develop a "makeshift" tool for importing a Zotero library into Org-mode, with key functionalities:

  1. Academic Papers:* Accurately track and link to attached academic papers.
  2. Web Bookmarks:* Create web snapshots of imported web bookmarks for persistence and future reference.

Initial Scope:*

  • Understanding Zotero's data export formats (e.g., BibTeX, JSON, RIS).
  • Determining the optimal way to represent Zotero items (publications, notes, web pages) within Org-mode.
  • Designing a mechanism to locate and link to attached PDF/other files from Org-mode entries.
  • Identifying tools or methods for creating persistent web snapshots (e.g., using a web archiving service, local archiving).

Information Needed from Amr:*

  • Preferred Zotero export format for data import.
  • Desired Org-mode structure for imported Zotero entries.
  • How you envision the links to academic papers working within Org-mode (e.g., direct file link, Zotero URI).
  • Any specific web archiving tools or methods you have in mind for the web snapshots.
  • Whether this tool should be Emacs Lisp-based, Python, or another language.

Next Steps:*

  1. Gather Amr's requirements for Zotero data handling and Org-mode output.
  2. Research Zotero API/export capabilities and web archiving strategies.
  3. Propose a high-level design for the import tool.