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Memory Lifecycle
by
Paul Hernandez
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· v0.1.1
· MIT-0
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/install memory-lifecycle
Description
Manage entity status transitions in Basic Memory: archive completed work, move notes between status folders, update frontmatter, and handle edge cases. Use w...
Usage Guidance
This skill appears internally consistent and low-risk, but before installing: (1) verify that the platform primitives referenced (search_notes, move_note, edit_note) are strictly scoped to your Basic Memory and cannot operate on arbitrary filesystem paths; (2) test on a small sample note to confirm moves and frontmatter edits behave as expected and permalinks resolve; (3) be cautious with batch operations—ensure the skill prompts for confirmation of the list to move; (4) ensure you have recent backups or version history (in case of mistaken deletes); (5) if you want to limit autonomous changes, don't grant the agent broad automation rights or require explicit user confirmation for destructive/batch actions.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: memory-lifecycle
Version: 0.1.1
The skill bundle 'memory-lifecycle' provides standard instructions and workflows for managing the status and organization of notes within a knowledge management system. It focuses on moving files between folders (e.g., active to archive) and updating metadata, with no evidence of malicious intent, data exfiltration, or unauthorized execution.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
The name/description (manage note lifecycle: archive, move, update frontmatter) matches the instructions. There are no unrelated env vars, binaries, or install steps requested that would be unjustified for this purpose.
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md confines behavior to searching Basic Memory, moving notes between folders, and editing frontmatter using platform primitives (search_notes, move_note, edit_note). It instructs asking the user when ambiguous and avoiding deletion except for clear mistakes.
Install Mechanism
Instruction-only skill with no install spec and no code files; nothing is written to disk or downloaded during install.
Credentials
No environment variables, credentials, or external config paths are requested. The required scope is limited to Basic Memory operations described in the document.
Persistence & Privilege
The skill is not always-enabled and does not request elevated persistence. It does not instruct modifying other skills or system-wide settings.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install memory-lifecycle - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/memory-lifecycle - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v0.1.1
No user-facing changes in this release.
- Version bump to 0.1.1 with no modifications to files or documentation.
v0.1.0
Initial release of the memory-lifecycle skill for managing entity status transitions in Basic Memory.
- Handles archiving, moving notes between status folders, and updating frontmatter for status changes.
- Ensures entities are archived (never deleted), preserving valuable context in the knowledge graph.
- Detects and processes various status changes (e.g., completed, missed, cancelled, paused, or reactivated).
- Includes clear workflow steps: search for the entity, move the file, update frontmatter, and confirm actions.
- Provides robust handling for edge cases such as already archived entities, partial completions, and mistaken transitions.
- Designed to integrate with other skills for tasks, note management, and periodic maintenance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memory Lifecycle?
Manage entity status transitions in Basic Memory: archive completed work, move notes between status folders, update frontmatter, and handle edge cases. Use w... It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 236 downloads so far.
How do I install Memory Lifecycle?
Run "/install memory-lifecycle" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Memory Lifecycle free?
Yes, Memory Lifecycle is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Memory Lifecycle support?
Memory Lifecycle is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Memory Lifecycle?
It is built and maintained by Paul Hernandez (@phernandez); the current version is v0.1.1.
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