Introduction to MCP-Use

The MCP-Use project serves as a robust starter kit for creating documentation using the Mintlify framework. With a total of 108 files and over 10,063 lines of code, this project is designed to streamline the documentation process for developers and technical writers alike.

In this blog post, we will explore the main features of MCP-Use, guide you through the setup and installation process, provide usage examples, and discuss how you can contribute to this open-source project.

Main Features of MCP-Use

• Guide Pages: Easily create structured documentation with guide pages.
• Navigation: Built-in navigation for seamless user experience.
• Customizations: Tailor the documentation to fit your project’s needs.
• API Reference Pages: Automatically generate API documentation.
• Popular Components: Utilize commonly used components for enhanced functionality.

Technical Architecture and Implementation

The MCP-Use project is built on the Mintlify framework, which allows for easy documentation management. The architecture is designed to support a variety of documentation needs, making it a versatile choice for developers.

To get started, you will need to install the Mintlify CLI. Use the following command to install:

npm i -g mintlify

Once installed, you can preview your documentation changes locally by running:

mintlify dev

Setup and Installation Process

Follow these steps to set up the MCP-Use project:

1. Fork the repository on GitHub.
2. Clone your fork locally:

git clone https://github.com/YOUR_USERNAME/mcp-use.git
cd mcp-use

3. Install the package in development mode:

pip install -e ".[dev,search]"

4. Set up pre-commit hooks:

pip install pre-commit
pre-commit install

Usage Examples and API Overview

Once you have set up the project, you can start creating documentation. The following is an example of how to add a new function with Google-style docstrings:

def function_name(param1: type, param2: type) -> return_type:
    """Short description.

    Longer description if needed.

    Args:
        param1: Description of param1
        param2: Description of param2

    Returns:
        Description of return value

    Raises:
        ExceptionType: When and why this exception is raised
    """

This structure ensures that your documentation is clear and informative.

Community and Contribution Aspects

The MCP-Use project welcomes contributions from the community. To contribute, please follow these guidelines:

• Ensure your code passes all tests and pre-commit hooks.
• Push your changes to your fork.
• Submit a pull request to the main repository.

For more detailed instructions, refer to the Contributing Guidelines section in the repository.

License and Legal Considerations

The MCP-Use project is licensed under the MIT License. This allows you to use, copy, modify, and distribute the software freely, provided that the copyright notice and permission notice are included in all copies or substantial portions of the software.

For more information, please refer to the LICENSE file in the repository.

Conclusion

The MCP-Use project is an excellent starting point for anyone looking to create comprehensive documentation using the Mintlify framework. With its rich feature set and community support, you can easily set up, customize, and contribute to this project.

For more information and to get started, visit the MCP-Use GitHub Repository.

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