An MCP server that provides a tool to fetch metadata and documentation (including README content) for NPM packages, using a local cache to improve performance.
Overview
What is Mcp Npm_docs Server?
Mcp Npm_docs Server is a tool designed to fetch metadata and documentation, including README content, for NPM packages, utilizing a local cache to enhance performance.
How to use Mcp Npm_docs Server?
To use the server, clone the repository, install dependencies, build the server, and run it using Node. You can also integrate it with an MCP client by adding its configuration to your MCP settings file.
Key features of Mcp Npm_docs Server?
- Fetches package metadata and README content using the npms.io API.
- Caches results locally using SQLite for improved performance.
- Provides the
getNpmPackageDocsMCP tool for retrieving documentation. - Follows the standard MCP server structure for easy integration.
Use cases of Mcp Npm_docs Server?
- Retrieving documentation for NPM packages in development environments.
- Enhancing performance by caching package metadata.
- Integrating with other tools and services that require NPM package information.
FAQ from Mcp Npm_docs Server?
- Can I use this server for any NPM package?
Yes! The server can fetch documentation for any valid NPM package.
- Is there a caching mechanism?
Yes! The server uses SQLite to cache results locally, improving performance.
- How do I configure the server?
You can configure the server using environment variables for cache settings and logging.