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MCP-researcher Server: Smart Docs & Deep Insights

Unleash research potential with MCP-researcher Server! Leverage Perplexity AI for smart, seamless docs and insights – perfect for teams craving efficiency without sacrificing depth.

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About MCP-researcher Server

What is MCP-researcher Server: Smart Docs & Deep Insights?

MCP-researcher Server is an intelligent development companion designed to enhance productivity within the Cline environment. Leveraging Perplexity’s Sonar Pro API, this tool acts as a real-time research assistant, offering up-to-date documentation, API evaluations, and deprecated code analysis. By integrating Chain of Thought Reasoning and local SQLite chat history, it provides a seamless workflow for developers aiming to build robust applications with minimal manual research.

How to Use MCP-researcher Server: Smart Docs & Deep Insights?

To activate the server, developers can install it directly via Smithery or manually configure the repository. Once set up, users interact with its core functions through Cline commands. The process involves:

  1. Initializing API-driven queries for documentation or search
  2. Utilizing predefined commands like search or find_apis with adjustable detail levels
  3. Reviewing results within Cline’s interface, with auto-approved actions streamlining workflows

For manual setup, precise path replacements and API key integration are required to ensure seamless operation.

MCP-researcher Server Features

Key Features of MCP-researcher Server: Smart Docs & Deep Insights?

  • Dynamic Documentation Search: Retrieve precise code references or technical details with granular search filters.
  • API Discovery & Evaluation: Analyze third-party APIs for compatibility, performance, and security before integration.
  • Codebase Health Checks: Automatically flag deprecated syntax or outdated libraries in real time.
  • Contextual Memory: Maintain session-aware research history via SQLite to reference prior findings.

Use Cases of MCP-researcher Server: Smart Docs & Deep Insights?

Developers benefit in scenarios such as:

  • Onboarding to new frameworks by instantiating official documentation queries
  • Optimizing legacy systems through automated outdated code identification
  • Accelerating prototyping by vetting APIs for specific project requirements
  • Maintaining consistency across team workflows with shared research history

MCP-researcher Server FAQ

FAQ from MCP-researcher Server: Smart Docs & Deep Insights?

Q: How do I update my API key securely?
A: Modify the config.json file directly using environment variables to avoid hardcoding sensitive data.

Q: Why are some search results incomplete?
A: Adjust the detail_level parameter in command syntax to high for comprehensive outputs, though this may increase latency.

Q: Can I customize the SQLite database path?
A: Yes, configure the DB_PATH variable in the initialization script to point to preferred storage locations.

Q: What happens if the Perplexity API is rate-limited?
A: The server implements exponential backoff retries while logging throttling events for developer awareness.

Content

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MCP-researcher Server

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Your own research assistant inside of Cline! Utilizes Perplexity's new Sonar Pro API to get docs, create up-to-date api routes, and check deprecated code while you create features with Cline.

Includes Chain of Thought Reasoning and local chat history through SQLite thanks to Lix for the idea :)

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Tools

1. Search

Performs general search queries to get comprehensive information on any topic. The example shows how to use different detail levels (brief, normal, detailed) to get tailored responses.

2. Get Documentation

Retrieves documentation and usage examples for specific technologies, libraries, or APIs. The example demonstrates getting comprehensive documentation for React hooks, including best practices and common pitfalls.

3. Find APIs

Discovers and evaluates APIs that could be integrated into a project. The example shows finding payment processing APIs with detailed analysis of features, pricing, and integration complexity.

4. Check Deprecated Code

Analyzes code for deprecated features or patterns, providing migration guidance. The example demonstrates checking React class components and lifecycle methods for modern alternatives.

Installation

Installing via Smithery

To install MCP-researcher Server for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:

npx -y @smithery/cli install @DaInfernalCoder/perplexity-mcp --client claude

paste this part into claude directly if you want to, the ai can install it for you

  1. First install Node.js if not already installed (from nodejs.org)

  2. Clone the repo

  1. Install dependencies and build: npm install

  2. Get a Perplexity API key from https://www.perplexity.ai/settings/api

  3. Create the MCP settings file in the appropriate location for your OS: macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Cursor/User/globalStorage/saoudrizwan.claude-dev/settings/cline_mcp_settings.json Windows: %APPDATA%\Cursor\User\globalStorage\saoudrizwan.claude-dev\settings\cline_mcp_settings.json Linux: ~/.config/Cursor/User/globalStorage/saoudrizwan.claude-dev/settings/cline_mcp_settings.json

  4. To use with Claude Desktop, add the server config:

On MacOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json On Windows: %APPDATA%/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

  1. To use with Cline, add into mcpServers:
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "perplexity-server": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "[path/to/researcher-mcp/index.js]"
      ],
      "env": {
        "PERPLEXITY_API_KEY": ""
      },
      "disabled": false,
      "autoApprove": [
        "search",
        "get_documentation",
        "find_apis",
        "check_deprecated_code"
      ]
    }
  }
}
  1. Build the server: npm run build

Make sure to:

  • Replace /absolute/path/to with the actual path where you cloned the repository
  • Replace your-api-key-here with your Perplexity API key
  • Keep the same autoApprove settings for consistent behavior

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