A simple API wrapper around Postman/Newman functionality for API testing and mock server generation
Overview
What is Postman MCP Server?
Postman MCP Server is a Node.js Express application that serves as an API wrapper around Postman/Newman functionality, enabling users to manage Postman collections, create mock servers, and run API tests.
How to use Postman MCP Server?
To use the Postman MCP Server, clone the repository, install the dependencies, configure your environment with your Postman API key, and run the server. You can then access various API endpoints to create test scenarios, generate mock servers, and run tests.
Key features of Postman MCP Server?
- Test scenario management using Postman collections.
- Mock server generation based on Postman collections.
- API testing capabilities using Newman.
Use cases of Postman MCP Server?
- Managing and executing API tests in a development environment.
- Creating mock servers for testing API responses.
- Organizing and running test scenarios for various API endpoints.
FAQ from Postman MCP Server?
- What are the prerequisites for using Postman MCP Server?
You need Node.js (v14 or higher), npm or yarn, and a Postman API key.
- How do I run the server?
After installation, run the command
npm startto start the server.
- Can I create multiple mock servers?
Yes, you can create multiple mock servers based on different Postman collections.