vanzan01/cursor-memory-bank 0.8-beta

0.8-Beta

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Overview

Version 0.8 represents a significant evolution of the Memory Bank System, migrating from Cursor's deprecated custom modes to the native Cursor 2.0 commands feature. This release builds upon the token-optimized workflows established in v0.7-beta, focusing on improved command integration and workflow enhancements.

🎯 Key Changes

Migration to Cursor 2.0 Commands

Breaking Change: This release migrates from custom modes to Cursor 2.0 commands. All workflows have been ported to the new commands system.

• Before: Custom modes configured in Cursor settings, selected from dropdown
• After: Commands triggered with / prefix (e.g., /van, /plan, /build)

Command Mapping:

• VAN Mode → /van - Initialization & entry point
• PLAN Mode → /plan - Task planning
• CREATIVE Mode → /creative - Design decisions
• IMPLEMENT Mode → /build - Code implementation
• REFLECT Mode → /reflect - Task reflection
• ARCHIVE Mode → /archive - Task archiving

🌟 Major Features

Enhanced Cursor 2.0 Commands Integration

• Native integration with Cursor 2.0 commands feature
• Improved command discovery and usage (type / to see all commands)
• Streamlined workflow transitions between commands
• Better integration with Cursor's native features
• No additional setup required - commands work immediately

Workflow Refinements

• Enhanced command-to-command transitions
• Improved context preservation between commands via Memory Bank
• Better error handling and recovery mechanisms
• More intuitive workflow guidance

🔄 Process Improvements

Command System Enhancements

• Improved command documentation in .cursor/commands/README.md
• Better command discovery mechanisms
• Enhanced workflow routing logic
• Streamlined command execution

Preserved Features

• ✅ Progressive Rule Loading - Commands still load rules progressively (~70% token reduction)
• ✅ Memory Bank Integration - All commands read from and update memory-bank/ directory
• ✅ Complexity-Based Workflows - Level 1-4 workflows are preserved
• ✅ Mode Transitions - Commands guide you to the next appropriate command

📚 Documentation Enhancements

• Updated README with command-focused workflow
• Enhanced command documentation (.cursor/commands/README.md)
• New migration guide (COMMANDS_MIGRATION.md) for users transitioning from custom modes
• Improved examples and usage patterns
• Better command reference documentation

🛠 Technical Improvements

• Optimized command execution
• Improved rule loading for commands
• Enhanced context management between command transitions
• Better integration with Cursor 2.0 features
• Maintained backward compatibility with v0.7-beta workflows

📋 File Changes

New Files

• .cursor/commands/van.md - Initialization command
• .cursor/commands/plan.md - Planning command
• .cursor/commands/creative.md - Design command
• .cursor/commands/build.md - Implementation command
• .cursor/commands/reflect.md - Reflection command
• .cursor/commands/archive.md - Archiving command
• .cursor/commands/README.md - Commands documentation
• COMMANDS_MIGRATION.md - Migration guide from custom modes
• COMMANDS_README.md - Command reference documentation

Updated Files

• README.md - Updated to reflect command-based workflow
• RELEASE_NOTES.md - Added v0.8 release notes

🔧 Requirements

• Cursor Version: Requires Cursor version 2.0 or higher (commands feature)
• AI Model: Compatible with Claude 4 Sonnet (recommended) and newer models
• Compatibility: Backward compatible with v0.7-beta workflows

🚀 Migration Guide

For users upgrading from v0.7-beta or earlier versions using custom modes:

1. No manual migration required - Commands work immediately after update
2. Remove custom modes from Cursor settings (if still configured)
3. Start using commands - Type / in chat to see available commands
4. Follow workflow - Commands guide you through the same workflow as before

See COMMANDS_MIGRATION.md for detailed migration instructions.

✨ Benefits

1. Better Integration - Commands are native to Cursor 2.0
2. Easier Discovery - Type / to see all available commands
3. Simpler Setup - No need to configure custom modes in settings
4. Same Functionality - All workflows preserved exactly as before
5. Improved UX - More intuitive command-based interface

📝 Notes

• This release builds upon v0.7-beta's token optimization foundation
• Enhanced command integration and workflow improvements
• No manual migration required for existing users
• Backward compatible with v0.7-beta workflows
• All existing Memory Bank files and structure remain unchanged

🔜 Future Enhancements

• Further workflow optimizations
• Enhanced command capabilities
• Improved context management
• Additional integration features

Version: 0.8
Breaking Changes: Migration from custom modes to commands (functionality preserved)