What is a Claude Code memory file?

A memory file is a specialized markdown document stored in .claude/memory/ that captures internal project logic, decision-making processes, and implementation patterns specifically for the AI to reference.

Does this skill help with onboarding?

Yes. By maintaining a repository of project patterns and decisions, it helps Claude (and other developers) quickly understand the established norms and technical history of a codebase.

How does this differ from standard project documentation?

While documentation is usually for humans, memory files are designed for Claude. They focus on the 'why' behind code, internal conventions, and past mistakes to ensure the AI's future output remains consistent with the project's vision.

When should I use the create-memory skill?

You should use it after implementing a major feature, making a significant architectural change, discovering a critical bug pattern, or whenever you want the AI to 'remember' a specific project standard.

Project Memory Manager

Name: Project Memory Manager
Author: Dexploarer

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Learning & Documentation

Maintains a persistent record of architectural decisions, project patterns, and key learnings within specialized memory files.

About

The Project Memory Manager skill enables Claude to maintain a structured, long-term memory of a project's evolution by creating and managing dedicated markdown files in a centralized directory. It provides a standardized template for capturing the 'why' behind architectural decisions, documenting coding standards, and recording critical learnings from complex bug fixes. By integrating these files directly into the project's root context, it ensures that Claude remains aligned with established conventions and prevents the loss of vital tribal knowledge as a codebase grows.

Key Features

Automated tracking of project status, including Active, Deprecated, and In-Progress states.
Structured 'Pitfalls vs. Best Practices' comparisons for specific implementations.
Specific examples and code snippets for internal project-specific workflows.
2 GitHub stars
Standardized memory templates for documenting technical decisions and patterns.
Integrated context mapping by linking memory files to the root CLAUDE.md file.

Use Cases

Establishing and enforcing project-specific coding standards for a development team.
Recording historical context for architectural changes to prevent future regressions.
Documenting a new integration pattern for a 3D engine or complex third-party API.

About

Key Features

Automated tracking of project status, including Active, Deprecated, and In-Progress states.
Structured 'Pitfalls vs. Best Practices' comparisons for specific implementations.
Specific examples and code snippets for internal project-specific workflows.
2 GitHub stars
Standardized memory templates for documenting technical decisions and patterns.
Integrated context mapping by linking memory files to the root CLAUDE.md file.

Use Cases

Establishing and enforcing project-specific coding standards for a development team.
Recording historical context for architectural changes to prevent future regressions.
Documenting a new integration pattern for a 3D engine or complex third-party API.