[FEATURE] Consider integration with other MCPs like Task Master

[phernandez]

Feature Description

Consider how Basic Memory could be used together with other MCP tools like Claude Task Master

how basic memory SHOULD work with task master, when it comes to common issues like large repos, hitting common bugs over and over, missing documentation context or online information etc.

https://www.task-master.dev/

https://github.com/eyaltoledano/claude-task-master
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[phernandez]

@claude can you search for information about "taskmaster.dev" or "Claude Task Master", look at their repo, then suggest some ways that it could be used with Basic Memory?

[claude]

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Task Master Integration Research

I researched Claude Task Master and analyzed integration opportunities with Basic Memory.

Research Findings:

While I couldn't access detailed documentation of Task Master's specific MCP tools, I can provide comprehensive integration analysis based on the general concept of task management + knowledge management.

Basic Memory's Current MCP Capabilities

Knowledge Management:

• write_note(), read_note(), edit_note() - Markdown content with semantic observations
• search_notes() - Full-text search across knowledge base
• build_context() - Navigate knowledge graph via memory:// URLs
• canvas() - Generate knowledge graph visualizations

Project Management:

• list_memory_projects(), switch_project() - Multi-project support
• recent_activity() - Track recent changes and updates
• sync_status() - File synchronization monitoring

Potential Task Master + Basic Memory Integration

1. Knowledge-Driven Task Management

Workflow: Research → Document → Execute → Review
- Use Basic Memory to capture research and context
- Use Task Master to create actionable tasks from insights
- Link tasks back to knowledge base with memory:// URLs
- Update knowledge base with task completion results

2. Development Context Continuity

• Problem: Large codebases require context switching between issues, docs, and tasks
• Solution:
  • Basic Memory captures code context, decisions, and architectural knowledge
  • Task Master manages specific implementation tasks
  • Claude can reference both systems for complete context

3. Common Development Scenarios

Bug Investigation:

1. Basic Memory: Document bug symptoms, stack traces, investigation notes
2. Task Master: Create tasks for reproduction, fixes, testing
3. Cross-reference: Tasks link to investigation notes via memory:// URLs
4. Knowledge retention: Solutions stored in Basic Memory for future reference

Feature Implementation:

1. Basic Memory: Capture requirements, design decisions, API specs
2. Task Master: Break down into development tasks, track progress
3. Integration: Tasks reference design docs, completed tasks update knowledge base

Code Review Process:

1. Basic Memory: Store code review patterns, best practices, common issues
2. Task Master: Create review tasks, track feedback implementation
3. Learning: Update knowledge base with new patterns discovered during reviews

4. Specific Integration Patterns

Memory URLs in Tasks:

• Tasks could include memory://project/bug-123 references for context
• Task descriptions could link to relevant knowledge base entries
• Completion notes could reference related documentation

Task References in Notes:

• Basic Memory notes could embed task IDs: Related to task #456
• Progress updates could be captured as observations: - [status] Task #456 completed
• Task outcomes could be stored as relations: - implements [[Feature X]]

Shared Project Context:

• Both systems could work within the same project structure
• Project switching could be coordinated between both MCPs
• Cross-system search could find related tasks and knowledge

5. Enhanced AI Collaboration

With both systems, Claude becomes:

• Research Partner: "Let me search our knowledge base for similar issues..."
• Task Manager: "Based on this research, I'll create tasks for implementation..."
• Context Curator: "I've updated our knowledge base with the solution..."

6. Workflow Benefits

For Large Repositories:

• Knowledge base maintains institutional memory
• Tasks provide actionable work breakdown
• Context never gets lost between sessions

For Recurring Issues:

• Solutions documented in knowledge base
• Task templates for common fixes
• Automated context retrieval for similar problems

For Team Collaboration:

• Shared knowledge base for team decisions
• Individual task management for execution
• Consistent context across team members

Implementation Recommendation

The integration would work best through:

1. Shared project structure - Both systems working within same project hierarchy
2. Cross-referencing - Memory URLs in tasks, task IDs in notes
3. Coordinated prompts - MCP prompts that leverage both systems
4. Unified project context - Single source of truth for project state

This combination would create an extremely powerful development environment where knowledge and execution are tightly integrated, with Claude serving as the intelligent bridge between understanding and action.

Summary: While I couldn't access Task Master's specific implementation details, the integration potential is significant. The combination of Basic Memory's knowledge management with task management capabilities would create a comprehensive development workflow where context, knowledge, and execution are seamlessly integrated.

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[BradKML]

@claude could you examine the context in which Basic Memory is considered for Task Master within their discussions? eyaltoledano/claude-task-master#487 eyaltoledano/claude-task-master#502

[BradKML]

For tooling I would also look into something like this among others https://github.com/eastlondoner/vibe-tools