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The Hacker News MCP Server gives you direct access to Hacker News content through your AI assistant. Instead of manually browsing the site, you can retrieve stories, comments, and user profiles using simple natural language requests. This server connects to Hacker News's API and delivers structured data that's ready to use in your workflow.
Before you begin, ensure you have:
The Hacker News MCP Server typically requires minimal configuration since it connects to Hacker News's public API. Follow your PayPal environment's standard procedure for adding new MCP servers. Locate the Hacker News server in your available server list and enable it.
Once installed, verify the connection by requesting a simple query through your AI assistant, such as "Show me the top stories on Hacker News." A successful response confirms the server is properly configured and ready to use.
Access different story feeds by asking for what you need:
Each story includes the title, URL, score, author, and submission time.
Explore discussion threads by referencing specific stories or items: "Show me the comments on [story title]" or "Get the comment thread for item 12345678." Comments are presented in a structured format that preserves the conversation flow.
Research community members by requesting their profiles: "Show me information about user [username]." You'll receive their karma score, account age, submission history, and biographical information if available.
Be Specific: When requesting stories or comments, provide clear criteria like "top 10 stories" rather than just "stories."
Use Item IDs: If you know the specific Hacker News item ID, reference it directly for faster, more accurate results.
Combine Queries: Chain requests together naturally, like "Show me the top story and its comments."
Monitor Topics: Set up regular queries to track discussions about specific technologies, companies, or trends you're following.
Start exploring Hacker News content through your AI assistant to discover tech news, expert commentary, and community discussions. The server handles all technical complexity, letting you focus on extracting insights and staying informed.
The PayPal integration lets you manage transactions, check account balances, process payments and refunds, and retrieve detailed payment histories directly through conversational commands.
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