EduBase MCP Server

What is EduBase MCP Server about?

EduBase MCP Server provides a Model Context Protocol (MCP) implementation that lets LLMs communicate with an EduBase account. It exposes the platform’s API as tools, supports stdio, Server‑Sent Events (SSE) and streamable HTTP transports, and can run locally or as a remote service.

How to use EduBase MCP Server?

Install – either run the Node.js package with npx -y @EduBase/MCP or use the provided Docker image.
Configure – set required environment variables (EDUBASE_API_URL, EDUBASE_API_APP, EDUBASE_API_KEY) and optional flags for transport mode.
Start – run the command; the server will listen on the configured port (default 3000).
Connect – add the server definition to claude_desktop_config.json (or any MCP‑compatible client) pointing to the local executable or remote URL.

Key features of EduBase MCP Server

Supports three transport protocols: stdio, SSE, and streamable HTTP.
Automatic tool generation for every documented EduBase API endpoint (edubase_<method>_<endpoint>).
Flexible authentication: client‑less mode (using App ID & Secret) or Bearer‑token mode for production.
Docker image for easy deployment.
Integrated with Smithery for one‑click installation.

Use cases of EduBase MCP Server

Automated quiz generation – LLM creates varied questions, uploads them, and schedules exams.
Exam monitoring & grading – LLM fetches results, runs analytics, and reports performance.
Content translation – LLM translates course materials and updates them via the API.
Custom workflow automation – sync EduBase with internal LMS, HR, or CRM systems.

FAQ from the EduBase MCP Server

Q: Do I need an API key? A: Yes, EDUBASE_API_APP and EDUBASE_API_KEY are required unless you run the server in remote mode with a Bearer token.

Q: Which transport should I choose? A: Use stdio for local Claude Desktop integration, SSE for real‑time streaming over HTTP, or streamable HTTP for chunked responses.

Q: Can I run the server behind a firewall? A: Absolutely – just expose the chosen port (default 3000) and ensure HTTPS is used for remote connections.

Q: How do I install via Docker? A: docker run -i --rm -e EDUBASE_API_URL -e EDUBASE_API_APP -e EDUBASE_API_KEY edubase/mcp.

Q: Where can I find more documentation? A: See the developer portal at https://developer.edubase.net and the integration guide blog post.

This repository contains the implementation of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for the EduBase platform. It allows MCP clients (for example Claude Desktop) and LLMs to interact with your EduBase account and perform tasks on your behalf. It supports stdio, SSE and streamable HTTP transport protocols.

EduBase MCP demo GIF: Claude uploads math questions

What is EduBase?

EduBase is an innovative, modular, online educational platform that makes learning more enjoyable, simpler and interactive, suitable for educational institutions or enterprises.

Why choose EduBase?

EduBase revolutionizes digital learning with its unique combination of features:

Advanced Quiz System with parametrization allowing infinite variations of the same question, real-time cheating detection, beautiful LaTeX typesetting, advanced STEM-support and automatic grading
Unified Learning Environment that centralizes all your educational content — videos, exams, documents, and SCORM modules — in one intuitive system
Enterprise-Grade Security with features like SSO integration, fine-grained access controls, comprehensive auditing, and GDPR compliance
Integration with your existing systems through LTI, comprehensive API, and custom integration options
AI-Assisted Tools, such as EduBase Assistant, that can instantly transform your existing content into interactive quizzes and assessments, or translate your materials from one language to another

From higher education institutions to corporate training departments, EduBase scales to meet your specific needs while maintaining an intuitive user experience across all devices.

Demo video

Collaboratively creating and uploading questions, scheduling exams and analyzing user results with Claude:

Obtaining your API credentials

Once logged in, on your Dashboard, search for the Integrations menu, click "add integration" and choose the type "EduBase API".

If you don't see this option, enter the MCPGITHUB activation code or feel free to contact us to request access at info@edubase.net.

Tools

Each documented API endpoint is available as a separate tool, named edubase_<method>_<endpoint>. For example, the tool for the GET /user endpoint is named edubase_get_user. See our developer documentation for more information.

Configuration

The MCP server can be configured using environment variables. The following variables are available:

Variable	Description	Required	Default value
`EDUBASE_API_URL`	The base URL of the EduBase API, most probably `https://subdomain.edubase.net/api`.	Yes	`https://www.edubase.net/api`
`EDUBASE_API_APP`	The App ID of your integration app on EduBase, the `app` on the EduBase API. Find this in the integration details window on EduBase.	Not if HTTP transport is used with authentication, otherwise Yes	-
`EDUBASE_API_KEY`	The Secret key of your integration app on EduBase, the `secret` on the EduBase API. Find this along the App ID in the integration details window on EduBase.	Not if HTTP transport is used with authentication, otherwise Yes	-
`EDUBASE_SSE_MODE`	Start MCP server in HTTP mode with SSE transport. Value must be `true`.	No	`false`
`EDUBASE_STREAMABLE_HTTP_MODE`	Start MCP server in HTTP mode with streamable HTTP transport. Value must be `true`.	No	`false`
`EDUBASE_HTTP_PORT`	HTTP server will listen on this port if SSE or streamable HTTP transport mode is used.	No	3000

Use as a remote MCP server

You can use the EduBase MCP server as a remote MCP server for your MCP client. To do this, you need to host the MCP server where clients can access it, and then configure the client to connect to the server. Either start it with SSE or streamable HTTP transport mode and always use HTTPS when accessing the server remotely over the internet!

Authentication with remote servers

You can use server in two modes:

Without client authentication: In this mode, the server will not require any authentication from the client. This is useful for testing or development purposes, or in a closed network but it is not recommended for production use. For this, you have to configure the server with the EDUBASE_API_APP and EDUBASE_API_KEY as well!
With Bearer token authentication: In this mode, the server will require a Bearer token to be sent with each request. This is the recommended way to use the server in production. You can obtain the Bearer token from your EduBase account by creating an integration app and providing the App ID and Secret key in the {app}:{secret} format, base64 encoded as a token. The server will then use this token to authenticate the client and authorize access to the API endpoints.

Usage with Claude Desktop

For a step-by-step walkthrough, see our blog post on how to connect EduBase with Claude: The Complete MCP Integration Guide.

Installing manually

Add the following to your claude_desktop_config.json:

Using Node.js

Before running the MCP server, make sure you have Node.js installed. You can download it from nodejs.org or use a package manager like brew. Download EduBase MCP server release or clone the repository and run npm run build to build the server. Do not forget to adjust /path/to/dist to the actual directory and configure the environmental variables!

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "edubase": {
      "command": "node",
      "args": [
        "/path/to/dist/index.js"
      ],
      "env": {
        "EDUBASE_API_URL": "https://domain.edubase.net/api",
        "EDUBASE_API_APP": "your_integration_app_id",
        "EDUBASE_API_KEY": "your_integration_secret_key"
      }
    }
  }
}

Using Docker

Before running the MCP server, make sure you have Docker installed and is running. You can download it from docker.com or use a package manager. Do not forget to configure the environmental variables!

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "edubase": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "-i",
        "--rm",
        "-e",
        "EDUBASE_API_URL",
        "-e",
        "EDUBASE_API_APP",
        "-e",
        "EDUBASE_API_KEY",
        "edubase/mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "EDUBASE_API_URL": "https://domain.edubase.net/api",
        "EDUBASE_API_APP": "your_integration_app_id",
        "EDUBASE_API_KEY": "your_integration_secret_key"
      }
    }
  }
}

Installing via remote MCP server

You can use the provided EduBase MCP server (if available) as a remote server. We recommend Base64 encoding your EDUBASE_API_APP and EDUBASE_API_KEY and using it in as a Bearer token in the Authorization header (Authorization: Bearer ${BASE64_ENCODED_TOKEN}).

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "edubase": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "mcp-remote",
        "https://domain.edubase.net/mcp",
        "--header",
        "Authorization: Bearer ${EDUBASE_API_APP}:${EDUBASE_API_KEY}"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Installing via Smithery

To install EduBase MCP server for Claude Desktop automatically via Smithery:

npx -y @smithery/cli install @EduBase/MCP --client claude

Contact

Website: www.edubase.net
Developer Documentation: developer.edubase.net
Email: info@edubase.net

EduBase MCP Server