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Getting Started with the Hacker News MCP Server
What is the Hacker News MCP Server?
The Hacker News MCP Server connects your Carbon Voice assistant to Hacker News, one of the tech community's most influential discussion platforms. With this server, you can access stories, comments, and user profiles through simple conversational requests—no manual browsing required.
Before You Begin
Make sure the Hacker News MCP Server is installed and configured in your Carbon Voice environment. Once set up, the server runs in the background, ready to handle your requests automatically.
Basic Usage
Interacting with Hacker News through Carbon Voice is straightforward. Simply ask your assistant natural language questions, and the server retrieves the relevant data for you.
Browsing Stories
Ask your assistant to show you what's trending on Hacker News. You can request:
- Top stories: "What are the top stories on Hacker News right now?"
- New submissions: "Show me the latest posts on Hacker News"
- Best stories: "What are the best-rated Hacker News stories today?"
The server returns story titles, URLs, scores, authors, and submission times in an easy-to-read format.
Reading Comments
Hacker News discussions often contain valuable insights. To explore comment threads:
- "Show me the comments on this Hacker News story"
- "What are people saying about [specific topic] on Hacker News?"
The server retrieves comment threads with scores and timestamps, helping you follow conversations and identify expert perspectives.
Researching Users
Access user profiles to learn about community contributors:
- "Tell me about the Hacker News user [username]"
- "What has [username] posted on Hacker News recently?"
This reveals submission history, comment activity, karma scores, and profile information.
Practical Examples
Stay informed: Start your day by asking for top stories to catch up on tech news and trending discussions.
Research topics: When evaluating a new technology, ask about related Hacker News threads to see community opinions and technical feedback.
Monitor discussions: Track conversations about specific companies, products, or technologies by requesting relevant stories and their comments.
Discover content: Find high-quality technical articles that the community has already vetted through voting and discussion.
Tips for Best Results
Be specific in your requests. Instead of "Hacker News info," try "Show me today's top 10 Hacker News stories about AI."
The server accesses live data, so information is always current. Check back regularly for new stories and fresh discussions.
Remember that all data comes directly from Hacker News through official channels, ensuring reliability and accuracy.
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