What is persistent memory?
Persistent memory is information your application stores for potential future use. It may include user preferences, project context, recurring instructions, summaries, or facts extracted from previous interactions. Memory is not the same as a complete conversation log. A well-designed memory system preserves information that has future value and makes it available when the application needs it.Core memory operations
store()
Save a new memory or piece of information for later retrieval.
retrieve()
Find existing memories relevant to a query, task, or user request.
update()
Revise stored information when it changes or becomes more precise.
delete()
Remove information according to user requests, retention rules, or application policy.
merge()
Combine overlapping or related information when consolidation is appropriate.
summarize()
Condense a larger body of information into a shorter representation for downstream use.
pin()
Mark selected information for special treatment, if supported by the configured implementation.
verify()
Check stored information against a defined source or validation process, where supported.
A practical memory lifecycle
What belongs in memory?
- Explicit user preferences.
- Long-running project decisions.
- Stable facts needed across sessions.
- Task state that must survive process restarts.
- Summaries of prior work that are relevant to future requests.