Overview
What is Alpaca MCP Server?
Alpaca MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides real-time access to cryptocurrency market data through the Alpaca API. It implements a standardized interface for retrieving cryptocurrency data.
How to use Alpaca MCP Server?
To use the Alpaca MCP Server, you can install it via Docker or UV (a modern Python package installer). After installation, configure your client with your Alpaca API keys and run the server to access cryptocurrency data.
Key features of Alpaca MCP Server?
- Daily, weekly, and monthly cryptocurrency time series data
- Latest crypto exchange rates
- Historical bar/candle data
- Built-in error handling and rate limit management
Use cases of Alpaca MCP Server?
- Accessing real-time cryptocurrency market data for trading strategies.
- Analyzing historical price trends for investment decisions.
- Integrating cryptocurrency data into applications for enhanced user experiences.
FAQ from Alpaca MCP Server?
- What programming language is used for Alpaca MCP Server?
The server is developed in Python.
- Is there a license for using Alpaca MCP Server?
Yes, it is licensed under the MIT License.
- What are the prerequisites for running the server?
You need Python 3.12 or higher and several Python packages including httpx and alpaca-py.