Suggestion: Implement an Auto Memory Management System for ChatGPT
Problem:
The current memory system requires manual clearing when full, placing an unnecessary burden on users. This is particularly frustrating because users cannot control what gets remembered or how memory is recorded. Effectively, users are tasked with managing a system they don’t have granular control over.
Proposed Solution:
Introduce an Auto Memory Management System that mimics standard practices in computer memory management. The system should:
- Automatically delete the least recently accessed memories when memory reaches capacity, ensuring space for new, relevant information.
- Maintain user-defined permanent memories (e.g., “things I want you to know about me” or “how you should interact with me”), which are editable only by the user and not subject to auto-deletion.
- Operate quietly in the background, without requiring user intervention, to preserve the flow of conversation and avoid interruptions.
- Allow users to toggle the auto memory management feature on or off, giving them the flexibility to choose between automated or manual memory handling.
Rationale:
This approach mirrors human interaction dynamics, where trivial memories fade to make room for new, salient ones. It respects the user’s control over permanent memories while streamlining temporary memory management. By automating the process, it reduces user frustration and ensures a more intuitive, user-friendly experience.