janwilmake_openapi_mcp_server
by janwilmakeOpenAPI Exploration for Claude
Overview
The OpenAPI MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to enable searching and exploring OpenAPI specifications through oapis.org. It allows AI tools like Claude and Cursor to navigate complex OpenAPI documents using simple language, making it easier to understand and utilize APIs.
Features
- API Overview: Get a high-level summary of any OpenAPI specification.
- Operation Details: Retrieve detailed information about specific API operations.
- Format Support: Works with both JSON and YAML formats.
- Integration: Tested with Claude Desktop and Cursor.
Installation
To install the OpenAPI MCP Server, run the following command:
npx openapi-mcp-server init
Usage in Claude
Once installed, you can interact with Claude to explore APIs. For example:
- "Find information about the Stripe API."
- "Explain how to use the GitHub API's repository endpoints."
Claude will use the MCP server to:
1. Retrieve an overview of the requested API.
2. Fetch specific operation details as needed.
Requirements
- Node.js: Version 16.17.0 or higher.
- MCP Client: Claude Desktop, Cursor, or any other MCP-compatible tool.
Resources
- Demo: Watch the demo on X
- HN Thread: Hacker News Discussion
- OpenAPISearch: GitHub Repository
- OAPIS: GitHub Repository
License
This project is licensed under the MIT License.
About
The OpenAPI MCP Server aims to simplify the process of exploring complex OpenAPI specifications by allowing AI tools to interpret and present the information in a user-friendly manner. For more details, visit openapisearch.com.
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