what is Claude MCP Server for Observability?
Claude MCP Server for Observability is a demo project that allows users to set up a server for monitoring and analyzing logs through the Claude Desktop application.
how to use Claude MCP Server for Observability?
To use the server, clone the repository, install the required dependencies, and configure Claude Desktop to recognize the MCP server. Then, you can start a chat with Claude to investigate log errors.
key features of Claude MCP Server for Observability?
- Integration with Claude Desktop for log analysis
- Ability to monitor and troubleshoot server logs
- User-friendly setup process with clear instructions
use cases of Claude MCP Server for Observability?
- Monitoring application logs for errors and performance issues.
- Assisting developers in troubleshooting log-related queries.
- Providing insights into server operations through log data.
FAQ from Claude MCP Server for Observability?
- What do I need to run this project?
You need Claude Desktop and a free account to get started.
- How do I start the server?
Clone the repository, install dependencies, and run the logreader script.
- Can I customize the log monitoring?
Yes, you can modify the configuration file to suit your monitoring needs.
Claude MCP Server for Observability Demo
Companion repo to this video: Claude MCP Server for Observability
Prerequisites
You'll need Claude Desktop for this (a free account is OK)
Step 1: Start MCP Server
- Clone this repo
- Install dependencies
pip install -r requirements.txt - Start the server with
python logreader.py
Step 2: Install MCP Servers in Claude Desktop
Open Claude Desktop. Go to Claude > Settings > Developer and click Edit config.
This will open a folder and highlight a particular JSON file. Open that file and set the content to what's below.
This step makes Claude Desktop aware of your MCP server.
{
"mcpServers": {
"logreader": {
"command": "uv",
"args": [
"--directory",
"/full/path/claude-mcp-server-observability",
"run",
"logreader.py"
]
}
}
}
Step 3: Launch Claude
You should see the little "connector" icon. Click that and it should show one installed server called logreader.
Step 4: Ask Claude for Help!
Start a new chat and ask something like: I noticed errors in the logs on the 22nd March. Help me investigate
Claude should figure out that it should use your MCP server (and the three tools it offers) to help answer your query. Claude may request permission to run the tools. Accept the permissions.
Sooner or later (may need additional hints / prompts) you should get the answer and suggested remediation:
- Pipeline C and the release was most likely responsible for the errors
- You should contact Susan
