Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Trend Finder MCP Server

Q: What is the Trend Finder MCP Server? A: The Trend Finder MCP Server is a tool available on the UBOS Asset Marketplace that monitors social media and websites to identify trending topics. It uses AI to analyze data and sends notifications via Slack or Discord when significant trends are detected.

Q: What is MCP (Model Context Protocol)? A: MCP is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs (Large Language Models), enabling AI models to access and interact with external data sources and tools.

Q: What are the key features of the Trend Finder MCP Server? A: Key features include AI-powered trend analysis, social media monitoring (Twitter/X integration), website monitoring with Firecrawl, instant Slack or Discord notifications, and scheduled monitoring using cron jobs.

Q: What are the prerequisites for using the Trend Finder MCP Server? A: Prerequisites include Node.js (v14 or higher), npm or yarn, Docker, Docker Compose, a Slack or Discord workspace with webhook permissions, and API keys for required services (Together AI, Firecrawl, Twitter/X).

Q: How does the Trend Finder MCP Server work? A: The server collects data from social media and websites, analyzes it using AI to identify trends, and sends notifications when significant trends are detected.

Q: Can I use the Trend Finder MCP Server without Docker? A: Yes, you can run the server directly using Node.js. However, Docker and Docker Compose are recommended for easier setup and deployment.

Q: What notification drivers are supported? A: The Trend Finder MCP Server supports Slack and Discord notifications.

Q: Do I need API keys for all the AI services (Together AI, DeepSeek, OpenAI)? A: No, the API keys for Together AI, DeepSeek and OpenAI are optional. You only need one to run trend analysis.

Q: How often does the Trend Finder MCP Server monitor for trends? A: The server runs on a scheduled basis using cron jobs, allowing you to customize the monitoring frequency.

Q: How does the Trend Finder MCP Server integrate with the UBOS platform? A: The Trend Finder MCP Server seamlessly integrates with the UBOS platform, allowing you to orchestrate AI Agents, connect them with enterprise data, build custom AI Agents, and create Multi-Agent Systems.

Q: What is UBOS? A: UBOS is a full-stack AI Agent development platform focused on bringing AI Agents to every business department.