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Data.gov MCP Server

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An MCP server for accessing data from Data.gov, providing tools and resources for interacting with government datasets.

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What is Data.gov MCP Server?

This is an MCP server designed to facilitate access to data available on Data.gov. It provides a set of tools and a resource template to interact with government datasets.

How to use Data.gov MCP Server?

Install the package globally using npm, then configure your cline_mcp_settings.json or claude_desktop_config.json file to include the server. You can then use the provided tools (package_search, package_show, group_list, tag_list) and the resource template (datagov://resource/{url}) with Cline by specifying the server name.

Key features of Data.gov MCP Server

  • Access to Data.gov datasets

  • Package search

  • Package details retrieval

  • Group listing

  • Tag listing

  • Resource access by URL

Use cases of Data.gov MCP Server

  • Searching for specific datasets on Data.gov

  • Retrieving detailed information about a dataset

  • Listing available groups on Data.gov

  • Listing available tags on Data.gov

  • Accessing a specific resource on Data.gov by its URL

FAQ from Data.gov MCP Server

What is an MCP server?

An MCP server likely refers to a server that conforms to a specific protocol or standard for interacting with data. In this context, it allows Cline to interact with Data.gov.

Where do I find cline_mcp_settings.json?

It's usually located in ~/Library/Application Support/Code/User/globalStorage/saoudrizwan.claude-dev/settings/ on macOS.

What if I'm using the Claude Desktop app?

Add the entry to ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json instead.

What is Cline?

Cline is a tool that utilizes MCP servers to interact with data sources.

How do I contribute to this project?

You can submit issues or pull requests on the GitHub repository.