The StackOverflow MCP server lets AI agents query Stack Overflow's API to find programming solutions. It provides access to questions, answers, and user data. It connects directly to Stack Overflow's public API. Developers use it to build AI tools that can search for code solutions, analyze trends, or gather technical insights from Stack Overflow's vast knowledge base.
The StackOverflow MCP server lets AI agents query Stack Overflow's API to find programming solutions. It provides access to questions, answers, and user data. It connects directly to Stack Overflow's public API. Developers use it to build AI tools that can search for code solutions, analyze trends, or gather technical insights from Stack Overflow's vast knowledge base.
npx -y @gscalzo/stackoverflow-mcpAdd this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"gscalzo-stackoverflow-mcp-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y @gscalzo/stackoverflow-mcp"
]
}
}
}Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from stackoverflow mcp?"
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from stackoverflow mcp. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| STACKOVERFLOW_MCP_API_KEY | Yes | Your stackoverflow mcp API key |
"What resources are available in stackoverflow mcp?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
"Show me details about [specific item] in stackoverflow mcp"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
"Create a new [item] in stackoverflow mcp with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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