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pipStandardThe OpenAI MCP server allows AI agents to query OpenAI models via the MCP protocol. It provides direct access to OpenAI's API, enabling agents to use models like GPT-4, GPT-3.5, and others. Developers can integrate OpenAI's capabilities into their AI workflows, enabling advanced language processing, code generation, and more.
79200Updated 11/28/2024
Overview
The OpenAI MCP server allows AI agents to query OpenAI models via the MCP protocol. It provides direct access to OpenAI's API, enabling agents to use models like GPT-4, GPT-3.5, and others. Developers can integrate OpenAI's capabilities into their AI workflows, enabling advanced language processing, code generation, and more.
Installation
1Install the package
pip
pip install mcp-server-openai2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"pierrebrunelle-mcp-server-openai-github": {
"command": "uvx",
"args": [
"pip install mcp-server-openai"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from openai?"
Prerequisites
- Python 3.10 or higher
- pip or uv package manager
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for openai
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from openai. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| OPENAI_API_KEY | Yes | Your openai API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in openai?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in openai"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in openai with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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