An (eventually) secure open-source MCP Server to turn any REST endpoint into MCP resources automatically
Overview
what is Hippycampus?
Hippycampus is an open-source MCP (Microservices Communication Protocol) server that automatically converts any REST endpoint into MCP resources, facilitating seamless integration and communication between services.
how to use Hippycampus?
To use Hippycampus, install the required dependencies, configure your Google AI Studio API key, and run the application in either CLI mode or MCP server mode.
key features of Hippycampus?
- Dynamic loading of OpenAPI specifications
- Integration with Langflow for visual workflow creation
- CLI and MCP server modes for flexible usage
use cases of Hippycampus?
- Transforming REST APIs into MCP resources for microservices architecture.
- Creating visual workflows using Langflow to manage service interactions.
- Facilitating real-time communication between services using SSE (Server-Sent Events).
FAQ from Hippycampus?
- What are the prerequisites for using Hippycampus?
You need Python 3.12.9, UV package manager, and a Google AI Studio API key.
- How do I run the MCP server?
Use the command
uv run hippycampus-server --transport sse --port 8000to start the server.
- Can I use custom components in Langflow?
Yes! You can load OpenAPI specifications and connect to the Hippycampus MCP server using Langflow.