Knowledge Organization

Overview

How I organize notes, tags, and links in my knowledge management system.

Core Organization Principles

Content Structure

Group related content thematically
Maintain clear hierarchies and relationships
Use consistent naming and linking conventions
Apply metadata strategically (tags, icons, descriptions)

Information Architecture

Create logical categories
Build intuitive navigation paths
Establish clear relationships
Enable multiple access points

The preferred label Note taking has an alternative label Taking notes. It is narrower than Knowledge management and broader than Atomic notes. Note linking is an associated concept rather than an alias or necessarily a child. — Names identify a concept; broader/narrower links and associative links describe different relationships. This conceptual example applies SKOS distinctions to garden topics. Original diagram based on W3C, SKOS Simple Knowledge Organization System Primer (2009).

Implementation Strategies

Starting Points

Start with broad topic areas like Health and Learning
Create focused MOCs for key knowledge domains
Build clear navigation paths between related content
Regularly review and refine organizational structure

Progressive Development

Begin with simple categories
Add complexity as needed
Maintain balance between structure and flexibility
Let organization emerge from usage patterns

Best Practices

Keep content scope well-defined - Clear boundaries aid navigation
Use descriptive titles and summaries - Enable quick content identification
Maintain consistent formatting - Reduce cognitive load
Update organization as knowledge base grows - Evolve with your needs
Document organizational decisions - Help future navigation

Begin at the main index or MOC hub
Follow thematic connections through WikiLinks
Utilize tag-based discovery for cross-cutting topics
Reference MOC usage guidelines for navigation strategies
Use search for specific content retrieval

Knowledge Management Systems - Broader system frameworks
Note Linking - Connection strategies
Digital Garden - Public knowledge cultivation
Learning Atlas - Learning-focused organization
Skills Development Hub - Skill tracking framework