Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about UBOS MCP Time Server

Q: What is the UBOS MCP Time Server? A: The UBOS MCP Time Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides accurate time and timezone conversion capabilities to Large Language Models (LLMs).

Q: Why do LLMs need a time server? A: LLMs lack inherent awareness of the current time and different timezones. The MCP Time Server provides them with the necessary context to understand and respond accurately to time-related queries.

Q: What tools does the MCP Time Server provide? A: The server provides two main tools:

• get_current_time: Gets the current time in a specific timezone.
• convert_time: Converts time between different timezones.

Q: What is IANA timezone? A: IANA Time Zone database keeps track of the different versions of time zones around the world.

Q: How do I install the MCP Time Server? A: You can install the server using uv, pip, or Docker, depending on your preference.

Q: How do I configure the server for Claude or Zed? A: You need to add the server’s configuration to your Claude or Zed settings file. Specific configuration details for each platform are provided in the documentation.

Q: Can I customize the server’s timezone? A: Yes, you can override the default timezone by using the --local-timezone argument when starting the server.

Q: How do I debug the server? A: You can use the MCP inspector to debug the server. The documentation provides instructions on how to use the inspector for different installation methods.

Q: Where can I find more information about the UBOS platform? A: You can find more information about UBOS on the UBOS website.

Q: Is the MCP Time Server open source? A: Yes, the MCP Time Server is licensed under the MIT License, meaning it is free to use, modify, and distribute.

Q: How can I contribute to the MCP Time Server? A: You can contribute by adding new time-related tools, enhancing existing functionality, improving documentation, or reporting bugs. Pull requests are welcome!