Memory-Plus
RepositoryFree** a lightweight, local RAG memory store to record, retrieve, update, delete, and visualize persistent "memories" across sessions—perfect for developers working with multiple AI coders (like Windsurf, Cursor, or Copilot) or anyone who wants their AI to actually remember them.
Capabilities14 decomposed
semantic-memory-recording-with-vector-embedding
Medium confidenceRecords user-provided memories (text, code snippets, context) by converting them into vector embeddings via Google Gemini API, then storing them in a Qdrant vector database with metadata (timestamps, categories, versioning). The MemoryProtocol class handles text splitting for optimal chunk sizes, embedding generation, and persistent storage with category-based organization, enabling semantic search across recorded memories in subsequent sessions.
Integrates Google Gemini embeddings with Qdrant vector database through a dedicated MemoryProtocol class that handles text chunking, versioning, and category-based filtering — enabling semantic search with full memory history tracking rather than simple key-value storage
Lighter and more focused than full RAG frameworks (LlamaIndex, LangChain) by specializing in agent memory persistence with built-in MCP protocol support, avoiding framework overhead while maintaining semantic search capabilities
semantic-memory-retrieval-with-similarity-search
Medium confidenceRetrieves relevant memories from the Qdrant vector database using cosine similarity search on query embeddings, with optional filtering by category, recency, or metadata. The retrieve_memories() MCP tool converts user queries into embeddings via Gemini API, performs vector similarity matching against stored memories, and returns ranked results with relevance scores, enabling context-aware memory injection into agent prompts.
Implements category-aware filtering and recent-memory shortcuts alongside semantic search, allowing agents to choose between expensive semantic queries and fast recency-based lookups depending on context needs
More lightweight than LangChain's memory modules by focusing purely on vector similarity without additional re-ranking or fusion strategies, trading some ranking sophistication for lower latency and simpler integration
meta-memory-guidance-with-usage-patterns
Medium confidenceExposes MCP Resources that provide meta-cognitive guidance on when and how to use memories effectively, including usage patterns, best practices, and memory organization recommendations. The system tracks memory access patterns and suggests when memories should be recorded, updated, or deleted based on agent behavior and memory statistics.
Implements meta-memory guidance as MCP Resources providing heuristic recommendations rather than automated memory management, positioning it as a developer aid rather than autonomous system
More transparent than automated memory management systems by exposing recommendations as readable guidance, allowing developers to understand and override suggestions rather than black-box optimization
local-vector-database-with-qdrant-backend
Medium confidenceUses Qdrant as the persistent vector storage backend, supporting both local (in-process) and remote (server) deployments. The MemoryProtocol class manages Qdrant collections, handles vector insertion/deletion/update operations, and maintains metadata indexing. This provides semantic search capabilities without requiring cloud-based vector databases, enabling fully local operation for privacy-sensitive applications.
Abstracts Qdrant operations through MemoryProtocol class, enabling potential future backend swaps (Milvus, Weaviate) while maintaining consistent API
More privacy-preserving than cloud vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate Cloud) by supporting fully local deployment, trading some managed features for complete data control
google-gemini-embedding-generation
Medium confidenceGenerates vector embeddings for text content using Google Gemini API (embedding-001 model), converting text into 1536-dimensional vectors for semantic search. The MemoryProtocol class handles API calls, batches requests for efficiency, and caches embeddings to reduce API costs. This enables semantic similarity matching without requiring local embedding models.
Integrates Google Gemini embeddings specifically (not generic OpenAI or open-source alternatives), providing high-quality embeddings with built-in batching and caching for cost optimization
Higher quality than open-source embeddings (sentence-transformers) for general-purpose use, but with latency and cost trade-offs compared to local models
text-chunking-with-semantic-preservation
Medium confidenceSplits long text documents into semantic chunks using configurable chunk size and overlap parameters in the MemoryProtocol class. The chunking strategy preserves sentence boundaries and attempts to avoid breaking code blocks or structured content, enabling efficient embedding and retrieval of large documents while maintaining semantic coherence.
Implements simple fixed-size chunking with overlap rather than sophisticated semantic splitting, prioritizing simplicity and predictability over perfect semantic preservation
Simpler than semantic chunking approaches (LlamaIndex's semantic splitter) by using fixed boundaries, reducing complexity while accepting potential semantic boundary violations
memory-update-with-versioning
Medium confidenceUpdates existing memories by appending new content or modifying entries while maintaining a version history in Qdrant. The update_memory() MCP tool accepts a memory ID and new content, re-embeds the updated text, stores it with an incremented version number, and preserves the original version for audit trails. This enables agents to refine memories over time without losing historical context.
Implements immutable version history within Qdrant by storing each update as a new vector with incremented version metadata, enabling full audit trails without requiring separate versioning infrastructure
Simpler than database-backed versioning systems (PostgreSQL with temporal tables) by leveraging Qdrant's metadata storage, avoiding schema complexity while maintaining semantic search across all versions
memory-deletion-with-metadata-cleanup
Medium confidenceDeletes memories from the Qdrant vector database by ID, removing both the vector embedding and associated metadata (timestamps, categories, versions). The delete_memory() MCP tool performs hard deletion with optional cascade cleanup of related metadata, ensuring no orphaned records remain in the vector store.
Provides hard deletion directly on Qdrant vectors with optional metadata cascade, avoiding soft-delete complexity while maintaining clean vector store state
More straightforward than database-backed deletion with foreign key constraints by operating directly on vector IDs, trading some referential integrity for simplicity in vector-native operations
category-based-memory-organization-and-filtering
Medium confidenceOrganizes memories into user-defined categories (e.g., 'project-X', 'user-preferences', 'codebase-patterns') stored as metadata in Qdrant. The MemoryProtocol class filters memories by category during retrieval, and the MCP Resources layer exposes category management endpoints. This enables agents to segment memories logically and retrieve only relevant subsets without full database scans.
Implements category filtering as Qdrant metadata queries rather than separate indexing, allowing lightweight filtering without additional data structures while maintaining semantic search across categories
Simpler than multi-index approaches (separate vector stores per category) by using Qdrant's native metadata filtering, reducing operational complexity while accepting slightly higher query latency for cross-category searches
mcp-protocol-server-with-tool-exposure
Medium confidenceImplements a FastMCP server (mcp.py) that exposes memory operations (record_memory, retrieve_memories, update_memory, delete_memory) as MCP Tools, category management as MCP Resources, and memory visualization as MCP Prompts. The server bridges AI agents (Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Desktop) with the MemoryProtocol engine via the Model Context Protocol, enabling standardized tool calling without custom integration code.
Implements FastMCP server with three-layer MCP exposure (Tools for operations, Resources for metadata, Prompts for guidance) rather than single-layer tool-only approach, enabling richer agent integration patterns
More standardized than custom REST APIs or Python SDK integration by using MCP protocol, enabling drop-in compatibility with multiple IDE agents (Cursor, Windsurf) without per-tool custom code
memory-visualization-with-graph-clustering
Medium confidenceGenerates interactive graph visualizations of memory clusters using the visualize_memories MCP Prompt. The system groups semantically similar memories into clusters based on vector embeddings, then renders them as interactive graphs showing memory relationships and density. This helps developers understand memory organization and identify gaps or redundancies in recorded memories.
Implements clustering visualization as an MCP Prompt (guidance-oriented) rather than a tool, positioning it as a meta-cognitive aid for understanding memory organization rather than a direct operation
Lighter than full knowledge graph visualization systems (Neo4j, Gephi) by clustering on vector embeddings alone, avoiding entity extraction and relationship inference complexity while providing quick semantic insights
recent-memory-access-with-recency-shortcuts
Medium confidenceProvides fast access to the N most recently recorded memories via the recent_memories MCP Resource, bypassing semantic search overhead. The MemoryProtocol class maintains timestamp metadata for each memory, enabling quick retrieval of recent entries without vector similarity computation. This enables agents to quickly reference fresh context without embedding latency.
Provides recency-based shortcuts as a complementary retrieval path alongside semantic search, allowing agents to choose between fast recent access and slower but more relevant semantic retrieval
Simpler than LRU cache-based memory systems by using Qdrant's native timestamp ordering, avoiding separate cache infrastructure while maintaining consistency with semantic search results
file-import-with-document-ingestion
Medium confidenceIngests external documents (text files, code files, markdown) directly into memory by reading file content, splitting into chunks via the MemoryProtocol text splitter, generating embeddings, and storing in Qdrant. The file import process preserves document structure and metadata (filename, file type, import timestamp), enabling bulk memory population from codebases or documentation.
Implements file import as a direct MCP tool with automatic chunking and embedding, avoiding separate ETL pipelines while maintaining semantic search over imported documents
Lighter than document ingestion frameworks (LlamaIndex, LangChain loaders) by focusing on simple text splitting without format-specific parsing, trading structure preservation for simplicity and speed
agent-integration-template-with-fastclient
Medium confidenceProvides agent_memory.py template demonstrating FastAgent integration with Memory-Plus MCP server, showing how to build interactive chat agents with persistent memory. The template includes session management, memory-aware prompt construction, and direct MCP server communication, enabling developers to quickly scaffold custom agents without reimplementing memory integration.
Provides a concrete FastAgent integration template rather than abstract documentation, showing memory-aware prompt construction and session management patterns
More specific than generic MCP client examples by focusing on agent-specific patterns (session management, memory injection), reducing boilerplate for agent developers
Capabilities are decomposed by AI analysis. Each maps to specific user intents and improves with match feedback.
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Best For
- ✓developers building multi-session AI agents with Cursor, Windsurf, or custom LLM applications
- ✓teams using multiple AI coders that need shared context across tools
- ✓builders prototyping context-aware AI assistants that learn user patterns
- ✓AI agents that need to dynamically fetch relevant context before generating responses
- ✓multi-turn conversation systems where memory relevance changes per query
- ✓developers building RAG pipelines that require semantic search over agent-specific memories
- ✓developers optimizing memory usage in long-running agents
- ✓teams auditing memory effectiveness and coverage
Known Limitations
- ⚠Requires Google Gemini API key for embedding generation — no offline embedding option
- ⚠Text splitting uses fixed chunk sizes; may not preserve semantic boundaries for highly structured code
- ⚠No built-in encryption for stored memories — data stored locally in plaintext within Qdrant
- ⚠Embedding generation adds latency (~500ms-1s per record) due to cloud API calls
- ⚠Similarity search quality depends on embedding model quality — Gemini embeddings may not capture domain-specific semantics
- ⚠No hybrid search (semantic + keyword) — purely vector-based, may miss exact-match memories
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