chroma

Store embeddings and metadata with vector and full-text search.

Updated Mar 2, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gigagiova/hermes-agent --skill chroma-gigagiova
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: chroma
Source: https://github.com/gigagiova/hermes-agent/tree/main/skills/mlops/chroma
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gigagiova/hermes-agent --skill chroma-gigagiova

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Open-source embedding database for AI applications to store embeddings and metadata, enabling fast search and filtering for memory and retrieval tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Local/open-source embedding store with a simple 4-function API for easy adoption
  • Vector and full-text search with metadata filtering for semantic search and document retrieval
  • Scales from notebooks to production deployments; ideal for RAG and memory applications

Quick Start

Install chromadb, create a collection, and start indexing your documents for fast retrieval.

Frequently Asked Questions about chroma

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
What is an open-source vector database for semantic search and RAG workflows?

An open-source vector database stores embeddings and metadata to enable fast vector and full-text search. It provides a simple 4-function API for semantic search, document retrieval, and RAG workflows, scaling from notebooks to production.

How do I store embeddings and metadata for document retrieval locally?

You can store embeddings and metadata locally by installing an open-source embedding database like Chroma. After installation, create a collection and start indexing your documents to perform fast vector search and metadata filtering for retrieval.

Does this open-source embedding database support metadata filtering for RAG applications?

Yes, the open-source embedding database supports vector and full-text search with metadata filtering. This allows you to narrow down document retrieval results in RAG applications based on specific metadata attributes attached to your stored embeddings.

Can I scale a local vector database from notebook experiments to production deployments?

Yes, this open-source embedding database is designed to scale from notebooks to production deployments. It maintains a simple 4-function API with minimal dependencies, ensuring compatibility with common ML tooling across both prototyping and real-world production environments.

Do I need heavy dependencies or complex ML tooling to use an open-source vector database?

No, you do not need heavy dependencies. This open-source embedding database operates with minimal dependencies and a simple 4-function API, ensuring easy adoption and seamless compatibility with common ML tooling for semantic search and memory applications.