code-analysis-mcp
The Code Analysis MCP Server enables AI to explore and analyze codebases through conversations, providing a cost-effective and lightweight alternative for high-level code understanding. It is useful for users with a Claude Pro subscription, offering features like natural language code exploration and dynamic analysis.
What is the main advantage of using the Code Analysis MCP Server?
The main advantage is its cost-effectiveness, as it utilizes existing Claude Pro subscriptions, avoiding additional API costs.
How does the Code Analysis MCP Server compare to more sophisticated tools?
While it lacks the advanced capabilities of tools like Aider, it offers a lightweight solution for high-level code understanding and exploration.
What are the technical limitations of the Code Analysis MCP Server?
It has a default scanning depth of 3 levels, a maximum file size of 1MB, and a maximum of 1000 lines per file. It also only accesses the local file system and validates file paths to prevent directory traversal.
How do I set up the Code Analysis MCP Server?
Clone the repository, install the Claude Desktop App, configure the server in Claude Desktop's configuration file, and restart Claude Desktop to start analyzing your code.
What kind of questions can I ask the Code Analysis MCP Server?
You can ask questions about codebase structure, data models, system architecture, and data flows, such as 'How does the user authentication flow work from frontend to database?'