openclaw - 💡(How to fix) Fix [Feature]: Rolling context OPTION instead of compaction [1 comments, 2 participants]

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Create an Option for a Rolling Stack session context as an alternative to the current compaction implementation

Root Cause

Create an Option for a Rolling Stack session context as an alternative to the current compaction implementation

Fix Action

Fix / Workaround

Dealing with the rather small session context window (in comparison to most cloud model context windows) is a bit troubling if cloud models are doing heavy lifting. Tool calls, vision, etc eats too much of the session window turning the gateway into the lead character from Memento (2000) irrespective of LTM workarounds. Funny and challenging from 30k feet, but frustrating when you would rather just be productive.

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Summary

Create an Option for a Rolling Stack session context as an alternative to the current compaction implementation

Problem to solve

Dealing with the rather small session context window (in comparison to most cloud model context windows) is a bit troubling if cloud models are doing heavy lifting. Tool calls, vision, etc eats too much of the session window turning the gateway into the lead character from Memento (2000) irrespective of LTM workarounds. Funny and challenging from 30k feet, but frustrating when you would rather just be productive.

Proposed solution

Offer an option to compaction that runs a rolling stack feature that keeps a steady stream of consciousness. Prioritize prompts/memory/soul/etc... over tools in the FIFO stack chain.

Alternatives considered

No response

Impact

Affected: Primarily people with heavier models doing more extensive work Severity: Frustrating Frequency: Sometimes 12 compactions in a 12 hour session

Evidence/examples

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Additional information

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extent analysis

TL;DR

Implement a rolling stack session context as an alternative to the current compaction implementation to improve session window management.

Guidance

  • Consider prioritizing prompts, memory, and other essential elements over tools in the FIFO stack chain to optimize the session context.
  • Evaluate the current compaction implementation and identify areas where a rolling stack feature can be integrated to improve performance.
  • Assess the impact of the proposed solution on different user groups, particularly those with heavier models, to ensure the alternative approach meets their needs.
  • Develop a strategy to balance the trade-offs between session window size, compaction frequency, and system performance.

Notes

The proposed solution lacks specific technical details, and the issue does not provide concrete examples or evidence. Therefore, the guidance is focused on high-level considerations and evaluation of the current implementation.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: Implement a rolling stack session context as an alternative to the current compaction implementation, as it may help alleviate the issues with the small session context window and improve overall system performance.

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