cpan-package-info
MCP ServerFreeAn MCP server for obtaining the README content, metadata and search function of CPAN packages. # CPAN包信息服务器 CPAN Package Info 一个MCP服务器，用于获取CPAN包的README内容、元数据和搜索功能。 An MCP server for obtaining the README content, metadata and search function of CPAN packages.## 工具列表 Tool List 本MCP服务封装下列工具，可让模型通过标
- Best for
- retrieve package readme content, fetch package metadata and dependencies, search cpan packages
- Type
- MCP Server · Free
- Score
- 35/100
- Best alternative
- AWS MCP Servers
- Agent-compatible
- Yes — MCP protocol
Capabilities3 decomposed
retrieve package readme content
Medium confidenceThis capability allows users to obtain the README content of CPAN packages by calling the 'get_readme_from_cpan' function. It utilizes a standardized API interface to fetch and return the README along with usage examples, ensuring that the data is formatted consistently for easy integration into other tools or applications. The implementation leverages a server-side event (SSE) architecture for real-time updates and efficient data retrieval.
Integrates seamlessly with the MCP framework, allowing for real-time data fetching via SSE, which is less common in traditional API designs.
More efficient than traditional REST APIs for documentation retrieval due to real-time capabilities.
fetch package metadata and dependencies
Medium confidenceThis capability enables users to retrieve basic information and dependencies of CPAN packages through the 'get_package_info_from_cpan' function. It communicates with the MCP server to extract structured metadata, which includes versioning, author information, and dependency lists, ensuring that users have comprehensive insights into the package's ecosystem.
Utilizes a standardized MCP interface to deliver structured metadata, which is often inconsistent in other API implementations.
Provides more detailed dependency information compared to standard CPAN APIs, which may only return basic package info.
search cpan packages
Medium confidenceThis capability allows users to search for CPAN packages using the 'search_packages_from_cpan' function. It employs a keyword-based search mechanism that queries the MCP server for package names and descriptions, returning relevant results in a structured format. This capability is designed to handle large datasets efficiently, ensuring quick response times even with extensive package lists.
Implements a keyword-based search that is optimized for performance within the MCP framework, allowing for rapid querying of large datasets.
Faster and more efficient than traditional CPAN search tools due to its optimized backend architecture.
Capabilities are decomposed by AI analysis. Each maps to specific user intents and improves with match feedback.
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Best For
- ✓developers looking to automate documentation retrieval for CPAN packages
- ✓developers managing CPAN package dependencies in their projects
- ✓developers looking to discover new CPAN packages based on specific criteria
Known Limitations
- ⚠Only retrieves README content; does not include other documentation formats or files.
- ⚠Metadata retrieval is limited to available fields; custom fields may not be included.
- ⚠Search results are limited to keyword matches; advanced filtering options may not be available.
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An MCP server for obtaining the README content, metadata and search function of CPAN packages. # CPAN包信息服务器 CPAN Package Info 一个MCP服务器，用于获取CPAN包的README内容、元数据和搜索功能。 An MCP server for obtaining the README content, metadata and search function of CPAN packages.## 工具列表 Tool List 本MCP服务封装下列工具，可让模型通过标准化接口调用以下功能。 本MCP服务封装下列工具，可让模型通过标准化接口调用以下功能。 | 工具 Tool | 描述 Description | |-------|--------------------| | get_readme_from_cpan | Get package README and usage examples from CPAN | | get_package_info_from_cpan | Get package basic information and dependencies from CPAN | | search_packages_from_cpan | Search for packages in CPAN | ## 检查服务 ## Inspector 工具在线测试： [https://mcp.xiaobenyang.com/inspector/1777316659560451](https://mcp.xiaobenyang.com/inspector/1777316659560451) Online Tool test [https://mcp.xiaobenyang.com/inspector/1777316659560451](https://mcp.xiaobenyang.com/inspector/1777316659560451) ## 服务配置 MCP Server Config > #### 如何获取 XBY-APIKEY ？ How to get XBY-APIKEY ? > 访问小笨羊科技网站 [https://xiaobenyang.com](https://xiaobenyang.com)，注册用户即可获得APIKEY > Visit XiaoBenYang website [https://xiaobenyang.com](https://xiaobenyang.com), register and get the APIKEY. ### SSE ```json { "mcpServers": { "CPAN包信息服务器": { "headers": { "XBY-APIKEY": "<YOUR_XBY_APIKEY>" }, "type": "sse", "url": "https://mcp.xiaobenyang.com/1777316659560451/sse" } } } ``` ### STREAMABLE HTTP ```json { "mcpServers": { "CPAN包信息服务器": { "headers": { "XBY-APIKEY": "<YOUR_XBY_APIKEY>" }, "type": "streamable_http", "url": "https://mcp.xiaobenyang.com/1777316659560451/mcp" } } } ``` ### STDIO ```json { "mcpServers": { "CPAN包信息服务器": { "command": "npx", "args": [ "-y", "xiaobenyang-mcp" ], "env": { "XBY_APIKEY": "<YOUR_XBY_APIKEY>", "mcpId": "1777316659560451", }, "transport": "stdio" } } } ```
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