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Continuity - Synthetic Memory

Continuity - Synthetic Memory

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Persistent memory for AI workflows - code, writing, research, learning. Log decisions, auto-export to Markdown, and give AI assistants memory across sessions. Works with 8 AI tools including Claude, Cline, Cursor, GitHub Copilot. 100% local, zero telemetry.
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Continuity - Persistent Memory for AI Workflows

Stop re-explaining your project to AI every session. Continuity creates persistent context that AI tools can access across sessions.

Perfect for: Code Projects • Creative Writing • Research • Learning


🆕 What's New in v4.0.3

Simplified, Unified UI

We've streamlined Continuity by removing complexity and focusing on what works:

  • Single interface - No more Simple/Advanced mode toggle, all features in one clean UI
  • Focused graph visualization - Kept only the working Network Graph (force-directed, radial, tree layouts)
  • Cleaner codebase - Removed ~1,300 lines of broken/unused features
  • Better performance - Faster loading and rendering with simplified UI

Previous Updates (v4.0.1)

  • Real-Time Activity Feed - Track all decision activities with auto-refresh
  • Cleaner tokens display - Only shows for paid AI providers

See all features →


What It Does

Gives AI tools memory - Whether you're coding, writing, researching, or learning, AI assistants can remember your decisions, context, and knowledge without you having to repeat yourself.

Key Features

  • Decision Logging - Capture why you made choices (code, writing, research, learning)
  • Auto-Export to Markdown - Browse decisions in plain text (cat .continuity/decisions.md)
  • 🆕 Real-Time Activity Feed - See all decision activities as they happen with auto-refresh
  • 🆕 AI-Editable Session Notes - Collaborative workspace where AI can update notes in real-time
  • Session Handoff - Automatic context generation for AI assistants
  • MCP Integration - Native support for 8 AI tools including Claude Desktop, Claude CLI, Cline, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and more
  • Document Templates - Structured templates for code, writing, research, learning
  • Semantic Search - Find decisions by meaning, not just keywords (Pro)
  • Knowledge Graph - Visualize decision relationships (Pro)
  • Auto-Logging - AI-powered decision capture (FREE for all users!)
  • 100% Local - All data stays on your machine, zero telemetry

Getting Started

  1. Install the extension
  2. Sync context with Cmd+Shift+U (or use the sidebar button)
  3. Log decisions with Cmd+Shift+L or let AI do it automatically
  4. MCP Integration - Click "Setup MCP" in the sidebar to connect with Claude Code

That's it! Your AI assistant now has access to your project's memory.

📖 View Complete Documentation →

Usage

Manual Decision Logging

Cmd+Shift+L  - Quick log a decision
Cmd+Shift+D  - Full decision form with templates

Search & Discovery

Cmd+Shift+S  - Search decisions
Cmd+Alt+S    - Semantic search (Pro)
Cmd+Shift+T  - Timeline view
Cmd+Alt+G    - Knowledge graph (Pro)

MCP Integration

Let AI automatically log decisions as it works:

  • Open the Continuity sidebar
  • Click "Setup MCP"
  • Choose your tools (supports Claude Desktop, Claude CLI, Cline, Cline-CLI, Roo Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, OpenAI Codex)
  • AI will now log decisions during conversations

Free vs Pro

Free Tier

  • 10 decisions maximum
  • Manual + auto-logging
  • Keyword search
  • Timeline view
  • MCP integration

Pro Tier ($5/month)

  • Unlimited decisions
  • Semantic search
  • Knowledge graph visualization
  • Auto-logging modes (Smart, Immediate)
  • Export formats (CSV, JSON, Markdown, ADR)
  • Bulk actions
  • Priority support

View Pricing →

Advanced Features

Continuity includes powerful features for teams and power users:

🆕 Latest Features (v4.0.3)

  • Unified UI - Single, streamlined interface with all features accessible
  • Network Graph - Force-directed, radial, and tree layout visualizations
  • Real-Time Activity Feed - Live dashboard showing all decision activities with auto-refresh
  • AI-Editable Session Notes - Collaborative notes that AI can update during sessions
  • Ollama Integration - FREE local AI! $0 cost, complete privacy, works offline

Core Features

  • Decision Debt Dashboard - Track architectural decisions that need documentation
  • File Protection - Prevent AI from modifying sensitive files (.env, credentials)
  • Git Hooks - Automatic decision logging on commits
  • Auto-Relationship Detection - AI discovers connections between decisions
  • Quality Scoring - Grade decisions A-F with improvement suggestions
  • Smart Templates - Context-aware decision templates
  • Multi-Provider Support - Works with Anthropic Claude, Ollama (local), and more

View all features →

Use Cases

👨‍💻 Code Projects

Track architectural decisions, technical choices, and design patterns.

  • "Why did we choose TypeScript over JavaScript?"
  • "Why use Redis for caching instead of memcached?"
  • "Why implement feature X this way?"

✍️ Creative Writing

Document character development, plot decisions, and narrative choices.

  • "Why did the protagonist choose to stay instead of leave?"
  • "Why kill off this character at this point?"
  • "Why use first-person narration?"

🔬 Research

Log findings, methodology decisions, and analysis approaches.

  • "What did we learn from the literature review?"
  • "Why use qualitative methods instead of quantitative?"
  • "Why choose this statistical approach?"

📚 Learning & Personal Growth

Capture insights, concepts understood, and knowledge connections.

  • "What did I learn about functional programming?"
  • "What insight did I gain from this tutorial?"
  • "How does this concept connect to what I already know?"

📁 Templates Available: Each use case has structured templates in .continuity/templates/

Why Continuity?

For Solo Developers: Keep track of decisions across weeks/months without losing context.

For Writers & Creators: Document character arcs, plot decisions, and creative choices.

For Researchers: Log findings, methodology, and connections between studies.

For Learners: Build knowledge incrementally with clear connections between concepts.

For AI Workflows: Stop re-explaining your project/story/research every time you start a new conversation.

Documentation

📚 Complete Documentation Hub →

Quick links:

  • Getting Started - Installation and first decision
  • What's New - Latest features (Activity Feed, Session Notes)
  • Feature Guides - Deep dives into all features
  • AI Workflows - Best practices for AI assistants
  • License Activation - Pro tier setup
  • GitHub Repository - Source code
  • Report Issues - Bug reports

Privacy & Security

  • All data stored locally in .continuity/ folder
  • No cloud services, no telemetry, no data collection
  • Works completely offline
  • You own your data

License

Free tier available with 10 decision limit. Pro features require paid license from $5/month.


Made for developers who use AI coding assistants and want them to remember project context.

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