MemGPT: Advanced LLM Agents with Persistent Memory and Custom Functions
What is MemGPT?
MemGPT is a state-of-the-art platform designed to develop and deploy persistent Large Language Model (LLM) agents, featuring long-term memory and customizable tools. In contrast to traditional LLM models, MemGPT agents can autonomously track past interactions, retrieve data from external sources, and execute custom functions, making them ideal for intricate, ongoing tasks and engagements.
Key Features
Persistent Agents
MemGPT agents stand out due to their ability to maintain state across multiple interactions. This enables them to:
- Monitor past conversations
- Reserve context for reading and updating memories over time
- Generate more coherent, context-aware responses as interactions progress
Long-Term Memory Management
MemGPT agents possess advanced memory management features, enabling them to:
- Store and access information from past interactions
- Maintain context over extended durations
- Adapt their responses based on cumulative knowledge
External Data Integration
MemGPT allows the inclusion of external data sources, referred to as ‘Sources’:
- Load and store data in a vector database
- Link sources to agents for seamless access
- Enrich agent knowledge with specialized, domain-specific information
Custom Functions and Tools
Users can enhance agent functionality by creating custom tools:
- Develop Python functions with specific annotations
- Integrate tools into agent configurations
- Allow agents to perform tailored tasks or access external services
Flexible Agent Customization
MemGPT provides various ways to personalize agents:
- Create presets with system prompts and available tools
- Develop and manage human profiles and agent personas
- Easily adjust agent behaviors and knowledge bases
Getting Started
Creating an Agent
To generate a MemGPT agent, use the CLI command:
memgpt run --agent
Managing Sources
To load external data sources, run:
memgpt load directory --name short_stories --input-dir short_stories/
Customizing Humans and Personas
To add new profiles, use:
memgpt add [human/persona] -f [FILENAME] --name [NAME]
Applications
- Personal assistants with evolving understanding of user preferences
- Customer service bots that retain conversation history
- Research assistants capable of integrating and analyzing multiple data sources
- Multi-agent, multi-user systems for complex interactions
Community and Development
MemGPT is an open-source initiative under active development, and contributions are encouraged. Join the conversation and get involved:
- Join the Discord community for live discussions
- Contribute to the project on GitHub
- Stay informed with the latest research developments at https://research.memgpt.ai
By utilizing MemGPT, developers and researchers can craft more advanced, context-aware, and powerful AI agents that push the limits of what’s achievable with large language models.

