Non-Technical Guide

Non-Developer Guide

A beginner-friendly guide to understanding AI memory and using the ZyMemory platform. No technical knowledge required.

New to AI Memory?
Don't worry! This guide explains everything in simple terms. You'll learn what AI memory is, why it matters, and how to use ZyMemory's dashboard to manage your AI's knowledge.

What is AI Memory?

Imagine talking to an AI assistant that actually remembers your previous conversations, your preferences, and the context of your discussions. That's what AI memory makes possible.

Traditional AI assistants forget everything once the conversation ends. With ZyMemory, your AI can:

  • Remember past conversations - Never repeat yourself again
  • Learn your preferences - The AI adapts to how you work
  • Connect related information - See how different topics link together
  • Improve over time - The more you interact, the smarter it gets

Real-World Example

You tell your AI assistant on Monday: "I'm starting a project to build a website using React." On Friday, you ask: "What framework am I using for my project?" The AI remembers: "You're building a website using React." Without memory, the AI would have no idea what you're talking about.

Understanding Key Concepts

Memories

A memory is a piece of information that your AI stores and can recall later. Think of it like a note card in a filing system.

Example Memory

Content: "User prefers dark mode in applications"

Keywords: dark mode, preferences, UI

Category: User Preferences

Conversations

When you chat with your AI, those exchanges can be automatically saved as memories. The AI intelligently decides what's important to remember.

The Memory Graph

This is where the magic happens. Your memories aren't just stored in a list - they're connected in a knowledge graph, showing how different pieces of information relate to each other.

For example:

  • "Prefers Python" connects to "Works on data science projects"
  • "Lives in San Francisco" connects to "Interested in tech events"
  • "Learning TypeScript" connects to "Frontend development experience"

Your Dashboard Walkthrough

Access your ZyMemory dashboard at: https://zymemory.heymaple.app/

Overview Page

When you log in, you'll see your memory statistics:

  • Total Memories - How many pieces of information you've stored
  • Total Keywords - All the important terms extracted from your memories
  • Average Keywords per Memory - How detailed your memories are

Memory List

Browse all your memories in one place. Each memory shows:

  • Title/Theme - What the memory is about
  • Keywords - Important terms and concepts
  • Tags/Categories - How the memory is organised (e.g., Work, Tech, Travel, Food)
  • ID Number - A unique identifier for each memory
Filter Your Memories
Use the Filters button to search by keywords, categories, or date ranges. This helps you find specific information quickly.

Memory Details

Click on any memory to see its full details:

  • CONVERSATIONS Tab - See the chat exchanges that created this memory
  • REPR Tab - View the current representation of the memory and its version history
  • ACCESS Tab - Control who can view or edit this memory
  • GRAPH Tab - See how this memory connects to others

Memory Graph Visualisation

This is the most powerful feature. You can see your entire knowledge network as a visual graph:

  • Coloured Nodes - Each dot represents a memory, colour-coded by category (Food, Tech, Travel, Work, Hobby, etc.)
  • Links - Lines show how memories are related to each other
  • Controls - Drag to pan, scroll to zoom, click nodes to see details
Graph Controls
  • Drag: Pan around the graph
  • Scroll: Zoom in and out
  • Click node: View memory details
  • Drag node: Manually position memories

Import & Export

Manage your data with ease:

  • Export JSON - Download all your memories as a backup
  • Import JSON - Upload memories from a previous export or another system

Common Tasks

1 Creating a Memory Manually

  1. Click the "+ Create a memory" button at the bottom of the page
  2. Enter the information you want to remember
  3. Add any relevant keywords or categories
  4. Click Save

2 Searching Your Memories

  1. Click the "Filters" button to open the search panel
  2. Enter a search term (e.g., "Python", "coffee preferences")
  3. The system will find the most relevant memories
  4. Click on any result to view the full details

3 Viewing Memory Connections

  1. Open any memory by clicking on it
  2. Navigate to the GRAPH tab
  3. See all memories that are related to this one
  4. Click on connected nodes to jump to those memories

4 Backing Up Your Data

  1. Click the "Export JSON" button
  2. Save the file to your computer
  3. Store it safely - this is your complete memory backup

Glossary of Terms

API (Application Programming Interface)
A way for different software applications to talk to each other. Your developers use our API to connect your app to ZyMemory.
API Key
A secret password that identifies your organisation when connecting to ZyMemory. Keep this secure and never share it publicly.
Dashboard
The visual interface at https://zymemory.heymaple.app/ where you can view and manage your memories without writing code.
Embedding
A mathematical representation of text that helps the AI understand meaning and find similar content. You don't see these - they work behind the scenes.
Entity
A specific person, place, thing, or concept mentioned in a memory (e.g., "Python", "San Francisco", "React").
Graph / Knowledge Graph
A visual network showing how your memories connect to each other. Like a mind map of everything your AI knows.
Keyword
Important words or phrases automatically extracted from your memories to help with searching and organisation.
Memory
A single piece of information stored in your AI's knowledge base. Can be a fact, preference, conversation, or any other data.
Metadata
Extra information about a memory, like categories, tags, or creation date. Helps with organisation and searching.
Node
In the graph visualisation, each dot (node) represents one memory. They're colour-coded by category.
REPR (Representation)
The current version of how a memory is stored and described. Memories can be updated over time, creating new versions.
Semantic Search
Searching by meaning rather than exact words. For example, searching "coffee preferences" will find "likes oat milk lattes" even though the words are different.
User Token
A unique identifier for each user of your application. This keeps each user's memories separate and private.
Vector
A mathematical representation used for semantic search. Like embeddings, these work behind the scenes to help find similar content.
Version History
A record of how a memory has changed over time. You can see previous versions and even restore them if needed.

Tips for Best Results

1. Use Clear, Descriptive Language

When creating memories manually, be specific. Instead of "likes coffee," write "prefers oat milk lattes in the morning."

2. Organise with Categories

Use consistent category names like "Work," "Personal," "Tech," "Food" to make filtering easier later.

3. Review Your Graph Regularly

The graph visualisation can reveal interesting patterns and connections you might not have noticed.

4. Export Your Data Monthly

Regular backups protect your valuable information. Set a reminder to export your memories once a month.

5. Let the AI Do the Work

You don't need to manually create every memory. As you use your AI assistant, it will automatically save important information.

Getting Help

If you need assistance:

Ready to Get Started?
Log in to your dashboard at https://zymemory.heymaple.app/ and start exploring your AI's memory. The more you use it, the more powerful it becomes!
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