Data.gov MCP Server

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Data/Access & Integration Data.gov MCP Server Government Data Datasets API

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?

The Data.gov MCP Server is a tool that allows users to easily access and interact with datasets available on Data.gov. It provides a set of tools and a resource template to simplify the process of searching, retrieving, and utilizing government data.

How to use Data.gov MCP Server?

To use the server, first install it globally using npm. Then, configure your cline_mcp_settings.json or claude_desktop_config.json file to include the Data.gov MCP server. Once configured, you can 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 and the tool/resource name.

Key features of Data.gov MCP Server

Search for datasets (packages)
Get details of specific datasets
List groups on Data.gov
List tags on Data.gov
Access resources by URL

Use cases of Data.gov MCP Server

Accessing government datasets for research
Building applications that utilize government data
Analyzing trends in government data
Creating visualizations based on government data

FAQ from Data.gov MCP Server

What is Data.gov?

Data.gov is a website that provides access to open government data.

What is an MCP server?

MCP stands for Machine Communication Protocol, and it is used for communication between different software components.

How do I install the Data.gov MCP server?

You can install the server globally using npm: npm install -g @melaodoidao/datagov-mcp-server

How do I configure the server?

Add the server configuration to your cline_mcp_settings.json or claude_desktop_config.json file.

What tools are provided by the server?

The server provides tools for searching packages, showing package details, listing groups, and listing tags.