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Universal MCP Server with advanced AI memory capabilities and semantic search.

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MARM - The AI That Remembers Your Conversations

MARM: The AI That Remembers Your Conversations

Memory Accurate Response Mode v2.2.6 - The intelligent persistent memory system for AI agents, stop fighting your memory and control it. Experience long-term recall, session continuity, and reliable conversation history, so your LLMs never lose track of what matters.

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Official MARM

Note: This is the official MARM repository. All official versions and releases are managed here.

Forks may experiment, but official updates will always come from this repo.


MARM Demo Video: Docker Install + Seeing Persistent AI Memory in Action

https://github.com/user-attachments/assets/c7c6a162-5408-4eda-a461-610b7e713dfe

This demo video walks through a Docker pull of MARM MCP and connecting it to Claude using the claude add mcp transport command and then shows multiple AI agents (Claude, Gemini, Qwen) instantly sharing logs and notebook entries via MARM’s persistent, universal memory proving seamless cross-agent recall and “absolute truth” notebooks in action.


Why MARM MCP: The Problem & Solution

Your AI forgets everything. MARM MCP doesn't.

Modern LLMs lose context over time, repeat prior ideas, and drift off requirements. MARM MCP solves this with a unified, persistent, MCP‑native memory layer that sits beneath any AI client you use. It blends semantic search, structured session logs, reusable notebooks, and smart summaries so your agents can remember, reference, and build on prior work—consistently, across sessions, and across tools.

MCP in One Sentence: MARM MCP provides persistent memory and structured session context beneath any AI tool, so your agents learn, remember, and collaborate across all your workflows.

The Problem → The MARM Solution

  • Problem: Conversations reset; decisions get lost; work scatters across multiple AI tools.
  • Solution: A universal, persistent memory layer that captures and classifies the important bits (decisions, configs, code, rationale), then recalls them by meaning—not keywords.

Before vs After

  • Without MARM: lost context, repeated suggestions, drifting scope, "start from scratch."
  • With MARM: session memory, cross-session continuity, concrete recall of decisions, and faster, more accurate delivery.

MARM appears in Google AI Overview for AI memory protocol queries

Appears in Google AI Overview for AI memory protocol queries (as of Aug 2025)

What MARM MCP Delivers

MemoryMulti-AIArchitecture
Semantic Search - Find by meaning using AI embeddingsUnified Memory Layer - Works with Claude, Qwen, Gemini, MCP clients18 Complete MCP Tools - Full Model Context Protocol coverage
Auto-Classification - Content categorized (code, project, book, general)Cross-Platform Intelligence - Different AIs learn from shared knowledgeDatabase Optimization - SQLite with WAL mode and connection pooling
Persistent Cross-Session Memory - Memories survive across agent conversationsUser-Controlled Memory - "Bring Your Own History," granular controlRate Limiting - IP-based tiers for stability
Smart Recall - Vector similarity search with context-aware fallbacksMCP Compliance - Response size management for predictable performance
Docker Ready - Containerized deployment with health/readiness checks

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What Users Are Saying

“MARM successfully handles our industrial automation workflows in production. We've validated session management, persistent logging, and smart recall across container restarts in our Windows 11 + Docker environment. The system reliably tracks complex technical decisions and maintains data integrity through deployment cycles.”
@Ophy21, GitHub user (Industrial Automation Engineer)

“MARM proved exceptionally valuable for DevOps and complex Docker projects. It maintained 100% memory accuracy, preserved context on 46 services and network configurations, and enabled standards-compliant Python/Terraform work. Semantic search and automated session logs made solving async and infrastructure issues far easier. Value Rating: 9.5/10 - indispensable for enterprise-grade memory, technical standards, and long-session code management.” @joe_nyc, Discord user (DevOps/Infrastructure Engineer)


🚀 Quick Start for MCP



Docker (Fastest - 30 seconds):

docker pull lyellr88/marm-mcp-server:latest
docker run -d --name marm-mcp-server -p 8001:8001 -v ~/.marm:/home/marm/.marm lyellr88/marm-mcp-server:latest
claude mcp add --transport http marm-memory http://localhost:8001/mcp

Quick Local Install:

pip install marm-mcp-server==2.2.6
marm-mcp-server
claude mcp add --transport http marm-memory http://localhost:8001/mcp

Key Information:

  • Server Endpoint: http://localhost:8001/mcp
  • API Documentation: http://localhost:8001/docs
  • Supported Clients: Claude Code, Qwen CLI, Gemini CLI, and any MCP-compatible LLM client or LLM platform

All Installation Options:

  • Docker (Fastest): One command, works everywhere
  • Automated Setup: One command with dependency validation
  • Manual Installation: Step-by-step with virtual environment
  • Quick Test: Zero-configuration trial run

Choose your installation method:

Installation TypeGuideBest For
DockerINSTALL-DOCKER.mdCross-platform, production deployment
WindowsINSTALL-WINDOWS.mdNative Windows development
LinuxINSTALL-LINUX.mdNative Linux development
PlatformsINSTALL-PLATFORM.mdApp & API integration

🛠️ MARM MCP Server Guide

Now that you understand the ecosystem, here's info and how to use the MCP server with your AI agents



🛠️ Complete MCP Tool Suite (18 Tools)

💡 Pro Tip: You don't need to manually call these tools! Just tell your AI agent what you want in natural language:

  • "Claude, log this session as 'Project Alpha' and add this conversation as 'database design discussion'"
  • "Remember this code snippet in your notebook for later"
  • "Search for what we discussed about authentication yesterday"

The AI agent will automatically use the appropriate tools. Manual tool access is available for power users who want direct control.

CategoryToolDescription
🧠 Memory Intelligencemarm_smart_recallAI-powered semantic similarity search across all memories. Supports global search with search_all=True flag
marm_contextual_logIntelligent auto-classifying memory storage using vector embeddings
🚀 Session Managementmarm_startActivate MARM intelligent memory and response accuracy layers
marm_refreshRefresh AI agent session state and reaffirm protocol adherence
📚 Logging Systemmarm_log_sessionCreate or switch to named session container
marm_log_entryAdd structured log entry with auto-date formatting
marm_log_showDisplay all entries and sessions (filterable)
marm_log_deleteDelete specified session or individual entries
🔄 Reasoning & Workflowmarm_summaryGenerate context-aware summaries with intelligent truncation for LLM conversations
marm_context_bridgeSmart context bridging for seamless AI agent workflow transitions
📔 Notebook Managementmarm_notebook_addAdd new notebook entry with semantic embeddings
marm_notebook_useActivate entries as instructions (comma-separated)
marm_notebook_showDisplay all saved keys and summaries
marm_notebook_deleteDelete specific notebook entry
marm_notebook_clearClear the active instruction list
marm_notebook_statusShow current active instruction list
⚙️ System Utilitiesmarm_current_contextBackground Tool - Automatically provides current date/time for log entries (AI agents use automatically)
marm_system_infoComprehensive system information, health status, and loaded docs
marm_reload_docsReload documentation into memory system

🏗️ Architecture Overview

Core Technology Stack

FastAPI (0.115.4) + FastAPI-MCP (0.4.0)
├── SQLite with WAL Mode + Custom Connection Pooling  
├── Sentence Transformers (all-MiniLM-L6-v2) + Semantic Search
├── Structured Logging (structlog) + Memory Monitoring (psutil)
├── IP-Based Rate Limiting + Usage Analytics
├── MCP Response Size Compliance (1MB limit)
├── Event-Driven Automation System
├── Docker Containerized Deployment + Health Monitoring
└── Advanced Memory Intelligence + Auto-Classification

Database Schema (5 Tables)

memories - Core Memory Storage

CREATE TABLE memories (
    id TEXT PRIMARY KEY,
    session_name TEXT NOT NULL,
    content TEXT NOT NULL,
    embedding BLOB,              -- AI vector embeddings for semantic search
    timestamp TEXT NOT NULL,
    context_type TEXT DEFAULT 'general',  -- Auto-classified content type
    metadata TEXT DEFAULT '{}',
    created_at TEXT DEFAULT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP
);

sessions - Session Management

CREATE TABLE sessions (
    session_name TEXT PRIMARY KEY,
    marm_active BOOLEAN DEFAULT FALSE,
    created_at TEXT DEFAULT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP,
    last_accessed TEXT DEFAULT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP,
    metadata TEXT DEFAULT '{}'
);

Plus: log_entries, notebook_entries, user_settings



📈 Performance & Scalability

Production Optimizations

  • Custom SQLite Connection Pool: Thread-safe with configurable limits (default: 5)
  • WAL Mode: Write-Ahead Logging for concurrent access performance
  • Lazy Loading: Semantic models loaded only when needed (resource efficient)
  • Intelligent Caching: Memory usage optimization with cleanup cycles
  • Response Size Management: MCP 1MB compliance with smart truncation

Rate Limiting Tiers

  • Default: 60 requests/minute, 5min cooldown
  • Memory Heavy: 20 requests/minute, 10min cooldown (semantic search)
  • Search Operations: 30 requests/minute, 5min cooldown

📚 Documentation for MCP

Guide TypeDocumentDescription
Docker SetupINSTALL-DOCKER.mdCross-platform, production deployment
Windows SetupINSTALL-WINDOWS.mdNative Windows development
Linux SetupINSTALL-LINUX.mdNative Linux development
Platform IntegrationINSTALL-PLATFORM.mdApp & API integration
MCP HandbookMCP-HANDBOOK.mdComplete usage guide with all 18 MCP tools, cross-app memory strategies, pro tips, and FAQ

🆚 Competitive Advantage

vs. Basic MCP Implementations

FeatureMARM v2.2.6Basic MCP Servers
Memory IntelligenceAI-powered semantic search with auto-classificationBasic key-value storage
Tool Coverage18 complete MCP protocol tools3-5 basic wrappers
ScalabilityDatabase optimization + connection poolingSingle connection
MCP Compliance1MB response size managementNo size controls
DeploymentDocker containerization + health monitoringLocal development only
AnalyticsUsage tracking + business intelligenceNo tracking
Codebase Maturity2,500+ lines professional code200-800 lines

🤝 Contributing

Aren't you sick of explaining every project you're working on to every LLM you work with?

MARM is building the solution to this. Support now to join a growing ecosystem - this is just Phase 1 of a 3-part roadmap and our next build will complement MARM like peanut butter and jelly.

Join the repo that's working to give YOU control over what is remembered and how it's remembered.

Why Contribute Now?

  • Ground floor opportunity - Be part of the MCP memory revolution from the beginning
  • Real impact - Your contributions directly solve problems you face daily with AI agents
  • Growing ecosystem - Help build the infrastructure that will power tomorrow's AI workflows
  • Phase 1 complete - Proven foundation ready for the next breakthrough features

Development Priorities

  1. Load Testing: Validate deployment performance under real AI workloads
  2. Documentation: Expand API documentation and LLM integration guides
  3. Performance: AI model caching and memory optimization
  4. Features: Additional MCP protocol tools and multi-tenant capabilities

Join the MARM Community

Help build the future of AI memory - no coding required!

Connect: MARM Discord | GitHub Discussions

Easy Ways to Get Involved

  • Try the MCP server or Coming soon CLI and share your experience
  • Star the repo if MARM solves a problem for you
  • Share on social - help others discover memory-enhanced AI
  • Open issues with bugs, feature requests, or use cases
  • Join discussions about AI reliability and memory

For Developers

  • Build integrations - MCP tools, browser extensions, API wrappers
  • Enhance the memory system - improve semantic search and storage
  • Expand platform support - new deployment targets and integrations
  • Submit Pull Requests - Every PR helps MARM grow. Big or small, I review each with respect and openness to see how it can improve the project

⭐ Star the Project

If MARM helps with your AI memory needs, please star the repository to support development!


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License & Usage Notice

This project is licensed under the MIT License. Forks and derivative works are permitted.

However, use of the MARM name and version numbering is reserved for releases from the official MARM repository.

Derivatives should clearly indicate they are unofficial or experimental.


📁 Project Documentation

Usage Guides

  • MARM-HANDBOOK.md - Original MARM protocol handbook for chatbot usage
  • MCP-HANDBOOK.md - Complete MCP server usage guide with commands, workflows, and examples
  • PROTOCOL.md - Quick start commands and protocol reference
  • FAQ.md - Answers to common questions about using MARM

MCP Server Installation

Chatbot Installation

Project Information


mcp-name: io.github.Lyellr88/marm-mcp-server

Built with ❤️ by MARM Systems - Universal MCP memory intelligence

PYPI
marm-mcp-server
Install Command
pip install marm-mcp-server
OCI
docker.io/lyellr88/marm-mcp-server:2.2.5
Install Command
docker pull docker.io/lyellr88/marm-mcp-server:2.2.5:undefined