memory-recall

Retrieves project context from indexed files using keyword and tag searches.

1|Updated May 6, 2022
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cloud-native-tools/cws-lib-bash --skill memory-recall-cloud-native-tools
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: memory-recall
Source: https://github.com/cloud-native-tools/cws-lib-bash/tree/main/.specify/skills/memory-recall
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cloud-native-tools/cws-lib-bash --skill memory-recall-cloud-native-tools

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires python3, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the problem of fragmented project knowledge by providing a centralized, searchable index of past decisions, session notes, and working state, preventing the loss of context across long-running tasks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Context Retrieval: Search through short-term session notes and long-term knowledge bases using keywords, tags, or features.
  • Decision Tracking: Quickly surface prior architectural decisions or conventions to ensure consistency in new tasks.
  • Use Case: When starting a new feature implementation, use this skill to recall previous discussions or constraints related to that specific feature key to avoid repeating past mistakes.

Quick Start

Use the memory-recall skill to search for all prior decisions related to the authentication feature.

Frequently Asked Questions about memory-recall

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I retrieve past project decisions and context from previous sessions?

Yes, you can search both short-term session notes and long-term knowledge bases. The system indexes local JSON files and executes keyword or tag-based queries to surface relevant architectural conventions and working state.

How do I search local JSON files for historical knowledge management data?

You search local JSON files by running a Python-based memory-utils engine. This script performs keyword and tag-based search operations across your indexed project memory to find specific constraints and historical context.

Do I need Python3 to search session notes and project memory?

Yes, Python3 is required to run the memory-utils engine for context retrieval. A local Python environment executes the scripts that perform the keyword and tag-based search operations on your indexed JSON files.

What is the best way to track architectural decisions and prevent context loss?

The best way to track architectural decisions is maintaining a centralized, searchable index of project memory. Retrieving prior decisions from a durable knowledge base ensures consistency and prevents knowledge fragmentation across long-running tasks.

When should I use a dedicated context retrieval tool for software engineering?

Use a dedicated context retrieval tool when starting new feature implementations. It recalls previous discussions and constraints related to specific feature keys, ensuring consistency and avoiding repeated mistakes from fragmented project knowledge.