eywa

Persist and retrieve cross-session handoffs for Claude Code.

7|3|Updated Feb 8, 2026

Search Tags:#mcp #retrieval #handoff #claude-code #cross-session #session-memory #eywa

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npx skills add https://github.com/buildoak/eywa-continuum --skill eywa

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Skill: eywa
Source: https://github.com/buildoak/eywa-continuum/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/buildoak/eywa-continuum --skill eywa

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Eywa provides cross-session memory for Claude Code, enabling persistence of handoffs and retrieval of past context across sessions, reducing cognitive overhead and re-explanation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Handoff creation at session end (eywa extract) and retrieval at session start (eywa get)
Batch indexing for historical sessions (eywa-batch) to bootstrap memory and improve recall
CLI-driven workflow with environment-driven model configuration (EYWA_CLAUDE_MODEL, EYWA_OPENROUTER_MODEL)

Quick Start

Call eywa get at session start to retrieve past context, and eywa extract at session end to persist a new handoff.

Frequently Asked Questions about eywa

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

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How do I keep Claude Code context persistent across different sessions?▼

To keep context persistent across sessions, use a cross-session memory CLI to extract handoffs at session end and retrieve them at session start. This reduces cognitive overhead by eliminating the need to re-explain past work.

What is the best way to retrieve historical project context when starting a new coding session?▼

The best way to retrieve historical context is by running a retrieval command at session start. This fetches indexed past handoffs and runtime context, allowing you to seamlessly resume ongoing work across projects.

Can I batch index previous Claude Code sessions to bootstrap cross-session memory?▼

Yes, you can batch index historical sessions to bootstrap memory and improve recall. This batch processing converts past sessions into markdown, extracts handoffs, and stores them for ongoing retrieval.

Do I need to configure specific AI models for Claude Code handoff extraction and retrieval?▼

You need to configure AI models for handoff extraction and retrieval using environment variables. You can define model behavior through environment-driven configuration to validate and process session context effectively.

How does cross-session memory handle markdown conversion and handoff storage?▼

Cross-session memory handles markdown conversion by detecting sessions and extracting handoffs. These handoffs are then stored and indexed, providing an end-to-end workflow for validating and retrieving context.

Why does Claude Code lose context and require re-explanation between sessions?▼

Claude Code loses context between sessions because it lacks built-in persistent memory. Without a cross-session memory tool to index handoffs, you must manually re-explain previous work each time you start a new session.