Fundamentals

Get clear insights into essential AI and data concepts with our Fundamentals blog series, from the basics of data types to LLMs, cognitive science, and modern AI systems. Perfect for building a strong foundation in modern AI technologies, whether you are a beginner or looking to solidify your understanding.

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FundamentalsJan 7, 2026

AI Agent Memory: A Complete Guide

An AI agent without memory starts every task from zero. The complete guide to the four kinds of memory — context windows, vector recall, knowledge graphs, feedback — what they solve, how they combine, and where each one breaks.

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FundamentalsJan 7, 2026

What Goes Into an AI Agent Knowledge Base, and What Doesn't

Dumping docs into a vector store isn't enough. An AI agent knowledge base needs three layers — reference, operational, feedback — plus an ingestion pipeline that keeps them current. What actually goes in, with code.

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FundamentalsOct 17, 2025

Vector Databases vs Graph Databases: When to Use Each

Vector databases find data by meaning; graph databases find it by relationship. Compare how each works, their strengths, and when to use each or a hybrid.

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FundamentalsSep 15, 2025

Vectors + Graphs in Practice: Field Notes from the cognee Backend

Pair a vector database for semantic recall with a graph database for explainable paths and provenance in GraphRAG pipelines. See trade-offs and tips - read now.

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FundamentalsAug 20, 2025

AI Memory in 5 Scenes — From Generic GPT to GraphRAG Greatness

Explore how AI memory evolves from base LLM to Graph-aware RAG using Cognee’s open-source memory engine. Learn the transformation—read now on cognee!

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FundamentalsAug 20, 2025

Connecting the Dots: How cognee Links Concepts & Documents

Learn how graph-based AI memory links concepts for smarter retrieval in Cognee. Watch our demo and start building AI that truly remembers and connects ideas.

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FundamentalsAug 8, 2025

OpenAI’s GPT‑5 has arrived – What does it mean for AI memory?

GPT-5 is here, bringing major advances in AI memory and context engineering. Explore confirmed features, real-world limits, and what it means for workflows.

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FundamentalsJul 23, 2025

From Clever Prompts to AI Mastery: The Era of Context Engineering

Master context engineering and AI memory to craft personalized LLM outputs, reduce token costs, and future-proof your AI agents—read the full guide now!

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FundamentalsMay 21, 2025

Vector Databases Explained: A Smarter Way to Search by Meaning

Learn vector databases, how vector stores like Pinecone power semantic search and AI applications by indexing embeddings. Maximize their benefits with cognee now!

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