youtube-summarizer

Installation
Summary

Extract YouTube transcripts and generate detailed, comprehensive summaries using structured analysis frameworks.

  • Validates video availability and extracts transcripts using the youtube-transcript-api Python library, with automatic dependency installation if needed
  • Applies the STAR + R-I-S-E summarization framework to produce thorough, reference-quality documentation capturing all insights, arguments, and key points
  • Supports multiple YouTube URL formats and handles language preferences with fallback to English
  • Displays visual progress tracking throughout the workflow with step-by-step status updates and error handling for private videos, disabled transcripts, or unavailable content
SKILL.md

youtube-summarizer

Purpose

This skill extracts transcripts from YouTube videos and generates comprehensive, verbose summaries using the STAR + R-I-S-E framework. It validates video availability, extracts transcripts using the youtube-transcript-api Python library, and produces detailed documentation capturing all insights, arguments, and key points.

The skill is designed for users who need thorough content analysis and reference documentation from educational videos, lectures, tutorials, or informational content.

When to Use This Skill

This skill should be used when:

  • User provides a YouTube video URL and wants a detailed summary
  • User needs to document video content for reference without rewatching
  • User wants to extract insights, key points, and arguments from educational content
  • User needs transcripts from YouTube videos for analysis
  • User asks to "summarize", "resume", or "extract content" from YouTube videos
  • User wants comprehensive documentation prioritizing completeness over brevity
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Feb 5, 2026