Google's Jules update will get Memory and file selector

Jules, Google’s AI code assistant, appears to be gearing up for a notable update focused on persistent memory and deeper repository context. The primary beneficiaries will be engineering teams and developers who use Jules to automate tasks and manage code reviews. Based on what’s surfaced, the memory capability will allow users to attach repository-specific knowledge to Jules, enabling it to remember past tasks and guidance over time. This memory may not only be user-added but also automatically generated by the agent itself, using feedback from previous interactions to refine its future output. If Jules starts learning from GitHub pull request reviews and comments, that could make its suggestions and summarizations much more relevant, especially in larger or fast-moving codebases.

In terms of workflow, memory features are expected to appear directly within the Jules UI tied to each repository, likely accessible alongside current prompt and task features. For users managing multiple projects, this means more tailored responses per repo, reducing repeated onboarding or context-setting.

Additionally, the update looks set to include more robust file handling. Users will soon be able to search for files within a repo and attach them directly to Jules tasks or prompts, ensuring the assistant references the correct files. This is aimed at reducing ambiguity, so Jules knows exactly which file or context is meant in multi-file codebases—a frequent point of confusion with current AI coding tools.

These upgrades fit well with Google’s ongoing strategy to make Gemini-powered tools more context-aware and “sticky” for professional developers, as seen across their ecosystem with NotebookLM memory and advanced prompt handling in AI Studio. Jules’ evolution toward persistent, feedback-driven memory and better file resolution could bring it closer to rivals like Copilot Workspace or OpenAI’s upcoming Agents, positioning it as a more self-improving and reliable coding assistant.

The timing hints suggest that the next major update for Jules could land as soon as next week, aligning with Google’s broader cadence of “Sharpening the Tools” releases targeting professional users and developers.