Memory Architecture: Three-Layer Stack
Three-tier memory system (NOW for hot context, Daily logs for timeline, MEMORY.md for curated wisdom) improves recall and prevents context overflow.
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Overview
A three-tier memory architecture separates hot context, temporal logs, and curated wisdom for optimal recall.
Memory Tiers Defined
| Tier | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| NOW.md | Active task context | Session |
| Daily logs | Timeline preservation | 7-30 days |
| MEMORY.md | Curated wisdom | Indefinite |
Tier 1: NOW (Hot Context)
Purpose: Hold all information relevant to current task
Contents: - Current task and subtasks - Recent completions - Pending items - Active constraints
Tier 2: Daily Logs (Temporal)
Purpose: Preserve timeline without cluttering core memory
Contents: - Raw conversation logs - Decision timestamps - Failed approaches and why - User preferences discovered
Tier 3: MEMORY.md (Curated)
Purpose: Distilled wisdom for long-term benefit
Contents: - Principles and rules - Learned lessons - User patterns - Project conventions
Context Overflow Prevention
When context exceeds 70%: 1. Write NOW.md checkpoint 2. Archive daily log entry 3. Clear working memory
Retrieval Priority
Query → Check NOW → Recent logs → MEMORY → External
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