recall
Fan-out search across all memory sources when context is unclear or vaguely referenced. Triggers on: 'from earlier', 'remember when', 'what we discussed', 'that thing with', 'the conversation about', 'did we ever', 'what happened with', 'you mentioned', 'we talked about', 'earlier today', 'last session', 'the other day', or any vague reference to past context that needs resolution before the agent can act.
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Install
Works with every agent the skills CLI supports.
npx skills add https://github.com/joelhooks/joelclaw --skill recall- 01
Install
Run the command in your project. The CLI asks which agents to install for.
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Describe the task
Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads recall automatically when relevant.
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Review the result
The agent follows the SKILL.md steps, scripts and references bundled with the skill.
SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
Recall
Use the saved memory connection managed by Executor for prior decisions, project context, and conversation-derived memory. Discover the connection and callable tools for this session; historical examples do not prove availability.
Start with composed recall using the exact project/workstream scope and access envelope. Correct the scope on No projection head. A disconnected direct MCP server does not prove the saved connection is unavailable.
Keep private queries in structured MCP arguments, never shell arguments or logs. Read the operator's current integration contract before memory drilldown or Granola work.
Raw transcript search, inspection, and extraction require a valid evidenceDrilldownReceipt for the exact scope and evidence. Discover the tool schema that accepts it. A successful recall, empty result, stale index, or inaccessible provider does not itself authorize raw fallback. If the contract cannot provide the required evidence, report that gap and continue with supported sources.
Separate recalled claims from current source or live facts. Return a concise synthesis with source receipts and uncertainty. Do not fan out into unrelated mail, transcripts, or private stores merely because they are searchable.
FAQ
What does the recall skill do?
Fan-out search across all memory sources when context is unclear or vaguely referenced. Triggers on: 'from earlier', 'remember when', 'what we discussed', 'that thing with', 'the conversation about', 'did we ever', 'what happened with', 'you mentioned', 'we talked about', 'earlier today', 'last session', 'the other day', or any vague reference to past context that needs resolution before the agent can act.
How do I install recall?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/joelhooks/joelclaw --skill recall in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/recall/ (personal) or .claude/skills/recall/ (project).
Which AI agents can use recall?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is recall safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains recall?
It is published by joelhooks in joelhooks/joelclaw. It has 44 recorded installs.
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