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Beads - Persistent Task Memory for AI Agents

Graph-based issue tracker that survives conversation compaction. Provides persistent memory for multi-session work with complex dependencies.

bd vs TodoWrite

bd (persistent) TodoWrite (ephemeral)
Multi-session work Single-session tasks
Complex dependencies Linear execution
Survives compaction Conversation-scoped
Git-backed, team sync Local to session

Decision test: "Will I need this context in 2 weeks?" → YES = bd

When to use bd:

  • Work spans multiple sessions or days
  • Tasks have dependencies or blockers
  • Need to survive conversation compaction
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Mar 4, 2026