mcp -newrelic

The mcp -newrelic server is an unofficial Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed specifically for integrating with New Relic's performance monitoring capabilities. This server allows you to seamlessly gather and manipulate application performance data, enabling you to enhance your observability and optimize your applications effectively. Developers use this MCP server to automate monitoring tasks and interact with New Relic's APIs effortlessly.

Once you connect to the mcp -newrelic server, you can interact with it using a variety of commands tailored to querying performance data from New Relic. While specific tools are not documented, you can send commands to retrieve application metrics, error rates, and transaction traces. It's best to use structured queries that align with New Relic's data models, so you can get the most relevant insights for your applications.

To install the mcp -newrelic server, ensure you have Node.js installed on your machine. You can follow these installation options:

Option A: Quick start with npx (if npm package exists)

npx -y mcp-server-newrelic

Option B: Global install alternative
If you prefer a global installation, you will need to clone the repository and install it manually. Execute the following commands:

git clone https://github.com/ulucaydin/mcp-server-newrelic.git
cd mcp-server-newrelic
npm install -g

When configuring the mcp -newrelic server, ensure you set your New Relic API key as an environment variable to allow the server to authenticate with New Relic. Common environment variables include NEW_RELIC_API_KEY and NEW_RELIC_ACCOUNT_ID. Be cautious of rate limits imposed by New Relic when querying data, as excessive requests may lead to throttling.