basic memory
pipVerifiedBasic Memory provides persistent conversation memory for AI agents. It stores and retrieves conversation history, allowing agents to maintain context across interactions. The server connects to a vector database for efficient semantic search and retrieval. Developers use it to build AI assistants that remember past interactions, reducing repetitive explanations and improving user experience.
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Overview
Basic Memory provides persistent conversation memory for AI agents. It stores and retrieves conversation history, allowing agents to maintain context across interactions. The server connects to a vector database for efficient semantic search and retrieval. Developers use it to build AI assistants that remember past interactions, reducing repetitive explanations and improving user experience.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install basic-memory2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"basicmachines-co-basic-memory-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install basic-memory"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from basic memory?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
Configuration
No configuration required. This server works out of the box.
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in basic memory?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in basic memory"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in basic memory with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with basic memory
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