Implement Enhanced Memory System

[stephen-cox]

Overview

Implement hierarchical + tool-augmented memory system that extends Nova's existing memory capabilities with cross-session persistence and intelligent context retrieval.

Phase 2 Features (Quick Wins - Weeks 14-19)

• Hierarchical memory layers (working, short-term, long-term)
• Cross-session persistence with SQLite storage
• Intelligent context retrieval and optimization
• Memory migration system (working → short-term → long-term)
• Tool-augmented memory capabilities
• Context-aware suggestions based on memory
• Memory cleanup and optimization

Success Criteria

• Cross-session memory working by week 16
• Intelligent context retrieval functional
• Performance impact < 100ms per message
• Memory usage stays reasonable (<50MB typical)

Timeline

Week 14-15: Memory architecture and basic persistence
Week 16-17: Cross-session memory and intelligent retrieval
Week 18-19: Tool integration and optimization

Related Plans

• Detailed implementation plan: .claude/plans/enhanced-memory-system.md
• Quick wins roadmap: .claude/plans/quick-wins-roadmap.md

Priority

⭐ P1 - Phase 2 Development Power