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Packmind MCP Server

A second brain for Claude Code: project memory, estimated token & cost activity, semantic recall, and active guardrails.

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What is the Packmind MCP Server?

A second brain for Claude Code: project memory, estimated token & cost activity, semantic recall, and active guardrails.

What you get

Project memory, estimated token & cost activity, local semantic recall, and active guardrails - through lifecycle hooks and an MCP server. Zero workflow changes.

Configuration and credentials

  • Node.js 20+ - Claude Code

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Maintainer setup documentation.

How to install the Packmind MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "packmind": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "packmind"],
      "env": {
        "ANTHROPIC_API_KEY": "your-value"
      }
    }
  }
}

Add to claude_desktop_config.json, then restart Claude Desktop.

Configuration

  • Node.js 20+ - Claude Code
VariableDescriptionRequired
ANTHROPIC_API_KEYCredential the server authenticates with.Yes

Frequently asked questions

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