exa-mcp-server
The Exa MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol server enabling AI assistants to perform web searches using the Exa AI Search API. It facilitates real-time web information retrieval with structured results, error handling, and full TypeScript implementation.
Exa MCP Server 🔍
A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server enabling AI assistants like Claude to use the Exa AI Search API for performing web searches. It offers real-time web information safely and includes features such as structured search results, error handling, and type safety.
What is MCP? 🤔
MCP is a system that connects AI apps to external tools and data sources, allowing safe and controlled interaction.
Features ✨
- Web Search Tool: Natural language web queries
- Error Handling: Graceful handling of errors and rate limits
- Type Safety: Full TypeScript implementation
Prerequisites 📋
- Node.js v18+
- Claude Desktop
- Exa API key
- Git installed
Installation 🛠️
- Clone the repository and install dependencies
- Build the project
- Create a global link
Configuration ⚙️
Configure Claude Desktop to recognize the Exa MCP server by adding specific server configurations.
Usage 🎯
Use Claude to perform web searches by processing requests, querying the Exa API, and returning results.
Troubleshooting 🔧
Common issues include server not found, API key issues, and connection issues.