# Basic Memory

> Local-first knowledge management with AI conversations

## Docs

- [Getting Started](https://memory.basicmachines.co/getting-started.md): Install Basic Memory, configure it with your AI assistant, and create your first knowledge notes.
- [AI Assistant Guide](https://memory.basicmachines.co/guides/ai-assistant-guide.md): A comprehensive guide for AI assistants to effectively use Basic Memory tools through the Model Context Protocol (MCP)
- [Canvas Visualizations](https://memory.basicmachines.co/guides/canvas.md): Create visual knowledge maps using Obsidian's Canvas feature to understand relationships between concepts
- [CLI Reference](https://memory.basicmachines.co/guides/cli-reference.md): Complete command line reference for Basic Memory including auth, import, project management, and tool commands
- [Knowledge Format](https://memory.basicmachines.co/guides/knowledge-format.md): Learn Basic Memory's knowledge format using standard Markdown with semantic patterns to create a knowledge graph
- [MCP Tools Reference](https://memory.basicmachines.co/guides/mcp-tools-reference.md): Complete reference of all Basic Memory MCP tools and prompts available to AI assistants
- [Note Taking](https://memory.basicmachines.co/how-to/note-taking.md): Collaborative note-taking where AI and humans work together to capture, enhance, and connect information in real-time
- [Personal Knowledge Management](https://memory.basicmachines.co/how-to/personal-knowledge.md): Build a comprehensive life management system that connects your goals, experiences, relationships, and growth across all areas of life
- [Code Project Documentation](https://memory.basicmachines.co/how-to/project-documentation.md): Use Basic Memory to create and maintain comprehensive project documentation alongside your code
- [Research & Learning](https://memory.basicmachines.co/how-to/research-learning.md): Build comprehensive knowledge bases where AI creates detailed, interconnected notes that grow your understanding over time
- [Organizing Notes for Writing](https://memory.basicmachines.co/how-to/writing-organization.md): Use Basic Memory to organize ideas, track characters, manage research, and structure your writing projects
- [Basic Memory](https://memory.basicmachines.co/index.md): AI and humans working together to build knowledge that gets smarter over time
- [Claude Code](https://memory.basicmachines.co/integrations/claude-code.md): Set up Basic Memory with Claude Code for persistent development knowledge and enhanced coding sessions
- [Claude Desktop](https://memory.basicmachines.co/integrations/claude-desktop.md): Set up Basic Memory with Claude Desktop for persistent conversations and knowledge management
- [Cursor](https://memory.basicmachines.co/integrations/cursor.md): Set up Basic Memory with Cursor for AI-powered development with persistent memory
- [Obsidian Integration](https://memory.basicmachines.co/integrations/obsidian.md): Integrate Basic Memory with Obsidian for powerful visualization and navigation of your knowledge graph
- [VS Code](https://memory.basicmachines.co/integrations/vscode.md): Set up Basic Memory with VS Code for file-based knowledge management and development documentation
- [Latest Releases](https://memory.basicmachines.co/latest-releases.md): Basic Memory is updated frequently, below are notable recent changes.
- [Technical Information](https://memory.basicmachines.co/technical/technical-information.md): Technical details about Basic Memory's implementation, architecture, licensing, and Model Context Protocol integration
- [User Guide](https://memory.basicmachines.co/user-guide.md): Learn how to effectively use Basic Memory in your daily workflow to build rich semantic knowledge
- [What's New in v0.14.x](https://memory.basicmachines.co/whats-new.md): Major release introducing multi-project management, advanced note editing, and enhanced AI collaboration workflows

## OpenAPI Specs

- [openapi](https://memory.basicmachines.co/api-reference/openapi.json)

## Optional

- [Basic Machines](https://basicmachines.co)
- [GitHub](https://github.com/basicmachines-co/basic-memory)
- [Discord](https://discord.gg/tyvKNccgqN)
- [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/basicmemory)
- [PyPI](https://pypi.org/project/basic-memory/)