Adding Context

Overview

Methods for adding data to Zep to build user Context Graphs

Zep builds Context Graphs from the data you provide. There are several methods for adding context to Zep, each suited for different data types and use cases.

Before choosing an ingestion method, review Prepare Data for Ingestion to preserve entity identity, source context, and event time.

Available methods

MethodData TypeBest For
Create an Ingestion PipelineMultiple source typesOrdered imports with preparation, preview, and monitoring
Adding messagesChat messagesReal-time conversation history from your agent
Adding business dataText, JSON, or message formatDocuments, API responses, emails, or other business data
Batch ingestionMany episodes and/or messages in one batchHistorical backfills, document collections, large imports

Customizing how context is built

After adding data, Zep processes it to build Context Graphs. You can customize this process using the options in Customizing context.