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/install memory-lancedb-setup
Description
Configure OpenClaw's memory-lancedb plugin to enable local semantic vector memory using LanceDB and an OpenAI-compatible embedding provider.
Usage Guidance
This skill appears to do what it says — install LanceDB bindings and patch a packaging bug — but it will modify system-installed node_modules and store an embedding API key in OpenClaw's config. Before running anything: (1) confirm OpenClaw is actually installed at the path used in the instructions (or update commands to your install path); (2) back up the target native.js (e.g., copy /usr/local/lib/node_modules/openclaw/extensions/memory-lancedb/node_modules/@lancedb/lancedb/dist/native.js to native.js.bak) so you can revert; (3) run npm installs with the correct architecture package and only from the official npm registry; (4) inspect the included patch_native.py locally before running it (it performs a simple text replace but will write to system files); (5) be aware that putting API keys into application config may store them in plaintext — consider whether OpenClaw has a secure secret store or prefer environment-based secrets where supported; and (6) prefer an upstream fix or official package if available rather than long-term local patches. If any of these steps or paths look unfamiliar (different install path, different LanceDB layout, or unexpected native.js content), stop and investigate before proceeding.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: memory-lancedb-setup
Version: 1.0.0
The skill bundle automates the setup of a vector database plugin, which involves high-risk operations including installing NPM packages and executing a Python script (`patch_native.py`) to modify third-party library code within `/usr/local/lib/node_modules/`. While the patching logic appears to be a legitimate workaround for a known architecture-specific loading bug in the LanceDB library (moving a 'break' statement inside a try-catch block), the requirement for system-level file modifications and the programmatic alteration of dependency internals represent risky administrative capabilities.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
Name/description match what the skill asks you to do: enable the memory-lancedb plugin, configure an OpenAI-compatible embedding endpoint, install @lancedb packages, and patch a native binding issue on Apple Silicon. All requested actions and files are relevant to that goal.
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md instructs the user to run openclaw config set commands, npm installs under /usr/local/lib/node_modules/openclaw, and a local Python patch script that edits a packaged native.js. These actions are within the plugin's scope but do modify system-installed package files and write the embedding API key into OpenClaw config (plaintext in config commands). The instructions do not read or transmit unrelated files or secrets to external endpoints beyond the embedding provider endpoint the user configures.
Install Mechanism
This is an instruction-only skill (no remote install). The only install actions are npm install commands that the user is told to run. The included Python patch script edits a file under node_modules; no third-party downloads or obscure URLs are embedded in the skill files.
Credentials
The skill declares no required environment variables or credentials. It instructs the user to obtain an embedding API key and place it into OpenClaw's config, which is proportional to configuring an embedding provider. No unrelated credentials or config paths are requested.
Persistence & Privilege
The skill does not request 'always' presence and does not contain autonomous privileges beyond normal skill behavior. However it instructs patching a third-party package file inside system node_modules (writes to /usr/local/...), which requires filesystem privileges and is persistent until changed; backup and caution are advised.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install memory-lancedb-setup - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/memory-lancedb-setup - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.0.0
Initial release: OpenClaw vector memory setup with LanceDB + Gemini embedding, arm64 patch script, troubleshooting guide
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memory LanceDB Setup?
Configure OpenClaw's memory-lancedb plugin to enable local semantic vector memory using LanceDB and an OpenAI-compatible embedding provider. It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 251 downloads so far.
How do I install Memory LanceDB Setup?
Run "/install memory-lancedb-setup" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Memory LanceDB Setup free?
Yes, Memory LanceDB Setup is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Memory LanceDB Setup support?
Memory LanceDB Setup is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Memory LanceDB Setup?
It is built and maintained by ssYvonne (@ssyvonne); the current version is v1.0.0.
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