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How to Install and Configure the Hacker News MCP Server
Overview
The Hacker News MCP Server brings the pulse of tech community discussions directly into your Salesforce workflow. This guide walks you through installing and configuring the server so you can access Hacker News stories, comments, and user data without leaving your development environment.
Prerequisites
Before beginning installation, ensure you have:
- Node.js (version 16 or higher) installed on your system
- Access to your Salesforce MCP configuration file
- Basic familiarity with JSON configuration files
Installation Steps
Step 1: Install the Server
Open your terminal and install the Hacker News MCP server using npm:
npm install -g @modelcontextprotocol/server-hackernews
Alternatively, if you prefer using the server without global installation, you can use npx to run it directly.
Step 2: Configure Your MCP Settings
Locate your Salesforce MCP configuration file (typically mcp-config.json or similar) and add the Hacker News server configuration:
{
"mcpServers": {
"hackernews": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@modelcontextprotocol/server-hackernews"]
}
}
}
If you installed the package globally, you can reference it directly instead of using npx.
Step 3: Restart Your Environment
After saving the configuration file, restart your Salesforce development environment to load the new MCP server. The server should now appear in your available MCP connections.
Verifying the Installation
To confirm the server is working correctly, try a simple query through your AI assistant:
- "Show me the top stories on Hacker News"
- "What are the latest tech discussions?"
If the server responds with current Hacker News content, your installation is successful.
Using the Server
Once configured, you can interact with Hacker News naturally through queries. Request top stories to see trending discussions, ask about specific users to view their profiles and activity, or explore comment threads to understand community perspectives on particular topics.
The server handles all API interactions automatically, returning structured data you can use for research, trend analysis, or staying current with technology discussions relevant to your Salesforce projects.
Troubleshooting
If the server doesn't respond, verify that Node.js is properly installed and that your configuration file syntax is correct. Ensure there are no firewall restrictions blocking access to Hacker News APIs.
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