[FEATURE] Memory writes should be visible to the user in the terminal
Resolved 💬 6 comments Opened Mar 15, 2026 by parthpm Closed Apr 22, 2026
Preflight Checklist
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Problem Statement
When Claude Code writes to its memory system (~/.claude/projects/<project>/memory/), files are created outside the repo with no clear display of what was written. This creates a persistent hidden state that silently shapes future agent behavior across sessions.
Proposed Solution
Suggestions:
- Show memory content inline when written (like file diffs)
- Startup indicator: "3 memories loaded for this project (run /memories to view)"
- A /memories command to list, view, and delete active memories
- Consider requiring explicit approval for memory writes
Alternative Solutions
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Priority
High - Significant impact on productivity
Feature Category
Configuration and settings
Use Case Example
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Additional Context
Core principle: The user should always know what persistent state exists and how it influences the agent(stateless vs stateful behaviour). No hidden context.
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