@vheins/local-memory-mcp 0.1.40 → 0.1.41

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  2. package/package.json +1 -1
package/README.md CHANGED
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  - 📉 **Automatic Memory Decay:** Automatically archives obsolete memories to keep the context clean and relevant.
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  - 📊 **Glassy Dashboard:** Visualize memories, usage statistics, and audit interaction logs through a modern web interface.
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- ## 🛠️ Quick Start
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+ ## 🔌 MCP Usage & Configuration
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- ### Installation
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- ```bash
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- npm install -g @vheins/local-memory-mcp
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+ Add this service to your AI Agent (Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf, etc.) using one of the methods below.
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+ > 💡 **Recommendation:** If your MCP runs frequently (agents, CI, automation), avoid `npx` and use a global or local install instead. It reduces unnecessary NPM downloads and speeds up Agent startup.
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+ ### 🚀 Quick Start (Zero Setup)
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+ Best for **first-time users** or **quick testing**. This uses `npx` to run the server without any permanent setup.
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+ ```json
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+ "local-memory": {
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+ "command": "npx",
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+ "args": ["-y", "@vheins/local-memory-mcp"],
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+ "type": "stdio"
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+ }
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  ```
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+ * **Uses `npx`**: Automatically handles the execution.
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+ * **Tradeoff**: May re-download the package in some environments and is not optimal for frequent execution.
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+ ### ⚡ Recommended for Production / Frequent Usage
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+ This method ensures the fastest startup times and maximum reliability for daily use.
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- ### MCP Client Configuration (e.g., Claude Desktop)
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- Add the following to your MCP settings file:
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+ 1. **Install globally:**
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+ ```bash
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+ npm install -g @vheins/local-memory-mcp
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+ ```
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+ 2. **Add to your configuration:**
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+ ```json
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+ "local-memory": {
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+ "command": "local-memory-mcp",
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+ "type": "stdio"
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+ }
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+ ```
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+ * **Faster startup**: No network checks required on every start.
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+ * **No repeated downloads**: Saves bandwidth and avoids NPM registry dependency.
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+ * **Better for automation**: More stable for heavy-duty Agent workflows.
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+ ### 🧠 How It Works (Important Insight)
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+ * **npx usage**: When you use `npx`, it often performs a network request to check for the latest version or re-downloads the package if it's not in the cache. Since MCP clients start and stop tools frequently, this can lead to hundreds of unnecessary downloads.
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+ * **Installed binary**: By installing the package, you keep a permanent copy on your disk. The Agent reuses this local version instantly, providing a much smoother experience.
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+ ## 📊 Glassy Dashboard
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+ Visualize and manage your Agent's memory through a modern web interface.
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+ ### How to Run
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+ ```bash
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+ local-memory-mcp dashboard
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+ ```
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+ *If not installed globally, use:* `npx @vheins/local-memory-mcp dashboard`
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+ ### Auto-launch in VS Code
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+ Add this to your `.vscode/tasks.json` to have the dashboard start automatically:
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  ```json
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  {
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- "mcpServers": {
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- "local-memory": {
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- "command": "npx",
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- "args": ["-y", "@vheins/local-memory-mcp"]
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+ "version": "2.0.0",
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+ "tasks": [
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+ {
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+ "label": "Launch Memory Dashboard",
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+ "type": "shell",
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+ "command": "npx -y @vheins/local-memory-mcp dashboard",
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+ "isBackground": true,
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+ "runOptions": { "runOn": "folderOpen" }
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  }
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+ ]
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  }
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  ```
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package/package.json CHANGED
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  "name": "@vheins/local-memory-mcp",
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- "version": "0.1.40",
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+ "version": "0.1.41",
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  "description": "MCP Local Memory Service for coding copilot agents",
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  "mcpName": "io.github.vheins/local-memory-mcp",
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  "type": "module",