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MCP Server with FAISS for RAG

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This project provides a proof-of-concept Machine Conversation Protocol (MCP) server that allows an AI agent to query a vector database and retrieve relevant documents for Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). It integrates FastAPI, FAISS, and LLMs for a complete RAG workflow.

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What is MCP Server with FAISS for RAG?

The MCP Server is a proof-of-concept implementation designed to enable AI agents to query a vector database and retrieve relevant documents for Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). It uses the Machine Conversation Protocol (MCP) to facilitate communication between the agent and the server.

How to use MCP Server with FAISS for RAG?

The server can be installed using pipx or manually. After installation, you can download Move files from GitHub, index them into the FAISS vector database, and then query the database using the provided command-line tools or the MCP API. RAG integration with LLMs is also supported for generating enhanced responses.

Key features of MCP Server with FAISS for RAG

  • FastAPI server with MCP endpoints

  • FAISS vector database integration

  • Document chunking and embedding

  • GitHub Move file extraction and processing

  • LLM integration for complete RAG workflow

  • Simple client example

  • Sample documents

Use cases of MCP Server with FAISS for RAG

  • Querying code repositories for relevant code snippets

  • Building AI assistants that can answer questions about code

  • Creating RAG pipelines for code documentation

  • Developing tools for analyzing and understanding code

  • Integrating code understanding into other AI applications

FAQ from MCP Server with FAISS for RAG

What is FAISS?

FAISS is a library for efficient similarity search and clustering of dense vectors.

What is RAG?

RAG stands for Retrieval-Augmented Generation, a technique that combines information retrieval with language generation to improve the quality and relevance of generated text.

How do I configure my GitHub token?

Set the GITHUB_TOKEN environment variable in the .env file or as a system environment variable.

How do I use RAG with an LLM?

Set the OPENAI_API_KEY environment variable and use the mcp-rag command or rag_integration.py script.

Where are the indexed documents stored?

The FAISS index is stored in the data/ directory by default. The location can be customized using the --index-file option.