Give Claude Persistent Memory in 5 Minutes
Claude Mem: Enhancing Claude Code with Persistent Memory
Introduction to Claude Mem
- Claude code is effective during a session but loses context when restarted. Claude Mem addresses this by providing persistent and compressed memory across sessions, capturing essential information like bug fixes and decisions.
- The setup for Claude Mem is straightforward, requiring only two commands after installing Claude code. It operates locally without the need for API keys or complex configurations.
Demonstration of Features
- A demonstration begins with creating a basic Python script that generates a Fibonacci sequence while handling negative inputs.
- After encountering an error with negative input, the user instructs Claude to add error handling, which it does successfully, showcasing its coding capabilities.
Background Logging and Context Retrieval
- While coding, Claude Mem logs actions in the background, allowing users to view bug fixes and reasoning through its web UI.
- Upon starting a new session, the user tests Claude's ability to recall previous context by asking about the Fibonacci bug fix. The system retrieves relevant information without needing detailed explanations from the user.
Efficiency and Usability Benefits
- Users can search for specific memories using integrated tags (e.g., "bug fix" or "decision"), making it easier to navigate larger projects.
- Key advantages include significant time savings by eliminating repetitive context reloading between sessions and improved token efficiency due to memory compression (up to 10x).
Conclusion on Open Source Nature
- Unlike basic memory files in Claude, this automatic logging feature is open source, enhancing accessibility for developers who want to utilize or modify it further.