claude-memory-3layer and claude-cortex
Both are competing implementations of persistent memory systems for Claude Code—they each offer independent architectural approaches (structured storage with lifecycle management vs. brain-inspired cortex model) to solve the same problem of extending Claude's context capabilities.
About claude-memory-3layer
KimYx0207/claude-memory-3layer
🧠 Claude Code 三层记忆系统 | 结构化存储 + 生命周期管理 + Git追踪 | 官方Auto Memory的管理层 | 一行命令安装 零依赖
Implements a three-layer memory architecture (JSON knowledge graph + daily markdown notes + tacit knowledge file) that integrates with Claude Code's native auto-memory through session lifecycle hooks (SessionStart, PostToolUse, PreCompact), enabling lifecycle management and git-based team sharing while maintaining ~1500-token budgets per topic. The system uses pure Python stdlib with zero external dependencies and provides automated cleanup suggestions via `/memory-review` commands to prevent knowledge rot.
About claude-cortex
YoungMoneyInvestments/claude-cortex
Claude Cortex — The memory layer Claude Code is missing. Modeled after the human brain.
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