Overview
What is mcp-server-jina?
mcp-server-jina is a TypeScript-based MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that implements a simple note-taking system. It demonstrates core MCP concepts—resources, tools, and prompts—and is intended for use with MCP-compatible hosts such as Claude Desktop.
How to use mcp-server-jina?
Install dependencies with npm install, build with npm run build, and add the server’s build path to your Claude Desktop configuration file (e.g., claude_desktop_config.json on macOS or Windows). Launch Claude Desktop to automatically connect.
Key features of mcp-server-jina
- Resources exposed via
note://URIs with title, content, and metadata. create_notetool for adding new text notes.summarize_notesprompt that embeds all notes for LLM summarization.- Pure text MIME type for simple content access.
- Built with TypeScript and the MCP SDK.
Use cases of mcp-server-jina
- Learning how to build an MCP server with resources, tools, and prompts.
- Rapid prototyping of a note-taking workflow inside an MCP host.
- Testing MCP client interactions (e.g., note creation and summarization).
- Demonstrating prompt generation with embedded resource data.
FAQ from mcp-server-jina
What does this server do?
It serves as a demonstration of MCP concepts by providing a note system with resources (note:// URIs), a tool (create_note), and a prompt (summarize_notes).
How do I install and configure it?
Clone the repository, run npm install and npm run build, then add the built index.js path to your MCP host’s configuration file (e.g., claude_desktop_config.json).
What runtime does it require?
It requires Node.js to run the built JavaScript file. Development additionally uses TypeScript and npm.
How does the server handle data storage?
Notes are stored in server memory (in process state). There is no built-in persistent storage or database.
What transport does it use?
The server communicates over standard input/output (stdio), which is the typical transport for MCP servers.