para-memory-files

Organizes knowledge into PARA-based memory files with YAML frontmatter for cross-session recall.

Updated Mar 25, 2026

Search Tags:#planning #recall #memory #notes #knowledge-management #para #qmd

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/gancim/sprint --skill para-memory-files-gancim

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: para-memory-files
Source: https://github.com/gancim/sprint/tree/main/skills/para-memory-files
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gancim/sprint --skill para-memory-files-gancim

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

PARA memory files provide a durable, structured way to store, organize, and recall knowledge across sessions using Tiago Forte's PARA framework. It ensures memories are persisted, easy to navigate, and aligned with projects, areas, resources, and archives, so you can build context over time without losing important details.

Core Features & Use Cases

Three memory layers: Knowledge graph (life/), daily notes timeline, and tacit user patterns, all loadable on demand.
Planning and recall tooling: Supports planning files, weekly synthesis, and rapid recall via qmd.
Long-term memory hygiene: Never delete facts; supersede updates and archiving keep history and accessibility.

Quick Start

Create a new entity under $AGENT_HOME/life/ with a summary.md and an items.yaml entry to begin tracking.

Frequently Asked Questions about para-memory-files

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

FAQPage Schema

How does PARA-based memory organize knowledge across sessions?▼

PARA-based memory organizes knowledge across sessions by categorizing information into projects, areas, resources, and archives. It uses a knowledge graph under life/, a daily notes timeline, and tacit user patterns to persist and recall context.

How do I start tracking a new project with PARA memory files?▼

To start tracking with PARA memory files, create a new entity under the life/ directory by adding a summary.md file and registering an entry in items.yaml. This establishes the baseline for cross-session recall and planning.

Can I use daily notes and planning files for knowledge management in agent workflows?▼

Yes, you can use daily notes and planning files for knowledge management in agent workflows. The system supports planning files, weekly synthesis, and rapid recall via qmd to manage long-term memory hygiene and cross-session context.

Does PARA memory support long-term knowledge management without deleting facts?▼

PARA memory supports long-term knowledge management by never deleting facts. Instead of removal, it uses supersede updates and archiving to maintain both historical records and continuous accessibility across the knowledge graph.

What's the best way to structure personal knowledge using the PARA framework?▼

The best way to structure personal knowledge using the PARA framework is by categorizing entries into projects, areas, resources, and archives. This ensures memories are persisted, easy to navigate, and aligned with your daily note-taking and cross-session recall needs.

Do I need YAML frontmatter to configure PARA memory files?▼

Yes, you need YAML frontmatter containing name and description fields in SKILL.md to configure PARA memory files. Optional directories such as scripts/, references/, and assets/ can also extend functionality.