Alfred MCP Server▌
by lumberjack-so
Alfred MCP Server: create, manage & run Alfred workflow automation skills, manage MCP connections, view execution histor
Enables AI assistants to create, manage, and execute Alfred workflow automation skills, manage MCP server connections, view execution history, and handle API keys through Alfred's REST API.
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what it does
Enables AI assistants to create, manage, and execute Alfred workflow automation skills, manage MCP server connections, view execution history, and handle API keys through Alfred's REST API.
about
Alfred MCP Server is a community-built MCP server published by lumberjack-so that provides AI assistants with tools and capabilities via the Model Context Protocol. Alfred MCP Server: create, manage & run Alfred workflow automation skills, manage MCP connections, view execution histor It is categorized under developer tools.
how to install
You can install Alfred MCP Server in your AI client of choice. Use the install panel on this page to get one-click setup for Cursor, Claude Desktop, VS Code, and other MCP-compatible clients. This server runs locally on your machine via the stdio transport.
license
MIT
Alfred MCP Server is released under the MIT license. This is a permissive open-source license, meaning you can freely use, modify, and distribute the software.
readme
Alfred MCP Server
Model Context Protocol server that exposes Alfred's REST API as MCP tools for integration with Claude and other AI assistants.
Overview
The Alfred MCP Server provides seamless integration between Alfred's workflow automation platform and AI assistants through the Model Context Protocol. This enables AI assistants to create, manage, and execute Alfred skills, manage connections, view execution history, and handle API keys.
Key Features
- 20 MCP Tools covering all Alfred API endpoints
- Dual Transport Support: HTTP (Smithery deployment) and STDIO (local Claude Desktop)
- Type-Safe: Built with TypeScript and Zod validation
- Fully Documented: Comprehensive tool descriptions and input schemas
- Production Ready: Error handling, timeouts, and proper authentication
Tools Available
Skills Management (6 tools)
alfred_list_skills- List all skills with filtering, sorting, and paginationalfred_get_skill- Get detailed information about a specific skillalfred_create_skill- Create a new skill with steps and configurationalfred_update_skill- Update an entire skill (PUT semantics)alfred_patch_skill- Partially update a skill (PATCH semantics)alfred_delete_skill- Delete a skill (with optional force flag)
Connections Management (6 tools)
alfred_list_connections- List all MCP server connectionsalfred_get_connection- Get connection details by IDalfred_create_connection- Create a new MCP server connectionalfred_update_connection- Update entire connection configurationalfred_patch_connection- Partially update connection settingsalfred_delete_connection- Remove a connection
Execution History (5 tools)
alfred_list_executions- List execution history with filtersalfred_get_execution- Get detailed execution informationalfred_get_execution_trace- Get execution trace/logs for debuggingalfred_get_execution_stats- Get analytics and statisticsalfred_delete_execution- Delete an execution record
API Key Management (3 tools)
alfred_create_api_key- Create a new Alfred API keyalfred_list_api_keys- List all API keys (without revealing full keys)alfred_delete_api_key- Revoke an API key
Installation
Option 1: STDIO Mode (Claude Desktop)
Add to your Claude Desktop configuration:
```json { "mcpServers": { "alfred": { "command": "npx", "args": ["-y", "@alfred/mcp-server"], "env": { "ALFRED_API_KEY": "alf_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx", "ALFRED_BASE_URL": "http://localhost:3001/api/v1" } } } } ```
Option 2: HTTP Mode (Smithery Deployment)
- Visit Smithery.ai
- Search for "Alfred MCP Server"
- Configure with your API key and base URL
- Deploy with one click
Configuration
Required
- `apiKey` - Your Alfred API key (format: `alf_xxx...`)
Optional
- `baseUrl` - Alfred API base URL (default: `http://localhost:3001/api/v1\`)
- `timeout` - Request timeout in milliseconds (default: `30000`)
Development
Building
```bash
Install dependencies
npm install
Build for STDIO mode
npm run build:stdio
Build for HTTP deployment (Smithery)
npm run build ```
Project Structure
``` alfred-mcp/ ├── src/ │ ├── index.ts # Main server with dual transport │ ├── client.ts # Alfred API client wrapper │ ├── types.ts # TypeScript type definitions │ └── tools/ │ ├── skills.ts # Skills management tools │ ├── connections.ts # Connections management tools │ ├── executions.ts # Execution history tools │ └── auth.ts # API key management tools ├── package.json ├── tsconfig.json └── smithery.yaml # Smithery platform config ```
License
MIT
FAQ
- What is the Alfred MCP Server MCP server?
- Alfred MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server profile on explainx.ai. MCP lets AI hosts (e.g. Claude Desktop, Cursor) call tools and resources through a standard interface; this page summarizes categories, install hints, and community ratings.
- How do MCP servers relate to agent skills?
- Skills are reusable instruction packages (often SKILL.md); MCP servers expose live capabilities. Teams frequently combine both—skills for workflows, MCP for APIs and data. See explainx.ai/skills and explainx.ai/mcp-servers for parallel directories.
- How are reviews shown for Alfred MCP Server?
- This profile displays 73 aggregated ratings (sample rows for discoverability plus signed-in user reviews). Average score is about 4.7 out of 5—verify behavior in your own environment before production use.
Use Cases▌
Extended AI Capabilities
Add new capabilities to Claude beyond text generation
Example
Access external data sources, execute code, interact with tools and services
Transform Claude from chatbot to action-taking agent
Context Enhancement
Provide Claude with access to relevant context and data
Example
Load project documentation, access knowledge bases, query databases
Get more accurate, context-aware responses
Workflow Automation
Automate multi-step workflows combining AI and external tools
Example
Research → Summarize → Create document → Send notification
Complete complex tasks end-to-end without manual steps
Implementation Guide▌
Prerequisites
- ›Claude Desktop 0.7.0+ or Cursor IDE with MCP support
- ›Basic understanding of MCP architecture and capabilities
- ›Access credentials for integrated services (if required)
- ›Willingness to experiment and iterate on configuration
Time Estimate
15-60 minutes depending on server complexity
Installation Steps
- 1.Install MCP server: npm install -g [package-name] or via GitHub
- 2.Add server configuration to ~/.claude/mcp.json
- 3.Provide required credentials and configuration
- 4.Restart Claude Desktop to load new server
- 5.Test basic functionality with simple prompts
- 6.Explore capabilities and experiment with use cases
- 7.Document successful patterns for reuse
Troubleshooting
- ⚠MCP server not loading: Check config syntax, verify installation
- ⚠Connection errors: Check network, firewall, credentials
- ⚠Feature not working: Read server docs, check required parameters
- ⚠Performance issues: Monitor resource usage, check for network latency
- ⚠Conflicts with other servers: Check port assignments, namespace collisions
Best Practices▌
✓ Do
- +Read server documentation thoroughly before setup
- +Start with simple use cases to validate functionality
- +Test in non-production environment first
- +Monitor resource usage and performance
- +Keep servers updated for bug fixes and new features
- +Document configuration for team members
- +Use environment variables for sensitive configuration
✗ Don't
- −Don't grant overly permissive access to MCP servers
- −Don't skip reading security considerations in docs
- −Don't expose sensitive data without proper controls
- −Don't run untrusted MCP servers without code review
- −Don't ignore error messages—investigate root cause
💡 Pro Tips
- ★Combine multiple MCP servers for powerful workflows
- ★Create custom MCP servers for your specific needs
- ★Share successful configurations with team
- ★Use MCP inspector for debugging
- ★Join MCP community for tips and troubleshooting
Technical Details▌
Architecture
Model Context Protocol standardizes how AI hosts (Claude, Cursor) communicate with external tools and data sources through server implementations.
Protocols
- Model Context Protocol (MCP)
- JSON-RPC 2.0
- stdio or HTTP transport
Compatibility
- Claude Desktop
- Cursor IDE
- Custom MCP clients
When to Use This▌
✓ Use When
Use when you need Claude to access external data, execute actions, or integrate with tools. Best for extending AI capabilities beyond conversation.
✗ Avoid When
Avoid when native integrations exist (use official APIs directly), for real-time critical systems, or when security/compliance requires zero external dependencies.
Integration▌
- →Tool composition: Chain multiple MCP tools in workflows
- →Context augmentation: Provide AI with relevant external data
- →Action delegation: Let AI execute tasks on external systems
- →Bidirectional sync: Keep AI context and external systems in sync
Discussion
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Ratings
4.7★★★★★73 reviews- ★★★★★Olivia Farah· Dec 20, 2024
I recommend Alfred MCP Server for teams standardizing on MCP; the explainx.ai page compares cleanly with sibling servers.
- ★★★★★Ira Gill· Dec 12, 2024
Strong directory entry: Alfred MCP Server surfaces stars and publisher context so we could sanity-check maintenance before adopting.
- ★★★★★William Ghosh· Dec 8, 2024
Alfred MCP Server reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.
- ★★★★★Amelia Robinson· Dec 4, 2024
According to our notes, Alfred MCP Server benefits from clear Model Context Protocol framing — fewer ambiguous “AI plugin” claims.
- ★★★★★Ira Agarwal· Nov 27, 2024
I recommend Alfred MCP Server for teams standardizing on MCP; the explainx.ai page compares cleanly with sibling servers.
- ★★★★★Daniel Garcia· Nov 23, 2024
We wired Alfred MCP Server into a staging workspace; the listing’s GitHub and npm pointers saved time versus hunting across READMEs.
- ★★★★★Rahul Santra· Nov 19, 2024
Alfred MCP Server is among the better-indexed MCP projects we tried; the explainx.ai summary tracks the official description.
- ★★★★★Kaira Martinez· Nov 11, 2024
We evaluated Alfred MCP Server against two servers with overlapping tools; this profile had the clearer scope statement.
- ★★★★★Harper Rao· Nov 11, 2024
Alfred MCP Server reduced integration guesswork — categories and install configs on the listing matched the upstream repo.
- ★★★★★Daniel Harris· Nov 3, 2024
Useful MCP listing: Alfred MCP Server is the kind of server we cite when onboarding engineers to host + tool permissions.
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