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memory-md-cleanup

Remove resolved entries from MEMORY.md files using Python scripts to stay under the 8K character limit.

2|7|Updated Jun 19, 2026
Search Tags:#AI agent#memory management#cleanup#persistent memory#file size limit
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/humanerd-drew/opencode-drewgent --skill memory-md-cleanup
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: memory-md-cleanup
Source: https://github.com/humanerd-drew/opencode-drewgent/tree/main/skills/brain/memory-md-cleanup
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/humanerd-drew/opencode-drewgent --skill memory-md-cleanup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps manage the persistent memory file (MEMORY.md) by cleaning up when it nears the 8K character limit, ensuring the agent's long-term memory remains efficient.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Cleanup: Automatically identifies and removes resolved entries from MEMORY.md, preserving operational facts.
  • Memory Management: Ensures the MEMORY.md file stays under the 8K character limit to prevent performance issues.
  • Use Case: Ideal for AI agents that rely heavily on persistent memory for storing sessions, memories, and knowledge, such as personal assistants or research agents.

Quick Start

Run the memory-md-cleanup skill to clean up the MEMORY.md file when it nears the 8K character limit.

Frequently Asked Questions about memory-md-cleanup

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I clean up resolved entries in a persistent memory file?▼

To clean up resolved entries in a persistent memory file, you can use automated Python scripts that classify and remove resolved items while preserving operational facts, maintaining optimal memory capacity.

Why does my AI agent slow down when its MEMORY.md file grows too large?▼

An AI agent slows down when its MEMORY.md file grows too large because performance degradation occurs near the 8K character limit, making efficient memory management essential for continued optimal operation.

What is the character limit for an AI agent's persistent memory file?▼

The character limit for an AI agent's persistent memory file is 8K characters, and cleaning up resolved entries helps maintain optimal memory capacity to prevent performance issues.

When should I run memory cleanup on my AI agent's MEMORY.md file?▼

You should run memory cleanup on your AI agent's MEMORY.md file when it nears the 8K character limit, ensuring the long-term memory remains efficient and preventing performance degradation.

Can I automate memory management for personal assistant agents?▼

Yes, you can automate memory management for personal assistant agents by running Python scripts that identify and remove resolved entries from the MEMORY.md file, preserving operational facts.

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