context7-mcp

Retrieve current library and framework documentation for accurate code examples.

2|Updated Feb 12, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/adibfirman/dotfiles --skill context7-mcp-adibfirman
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Skill: context7-mcp
Source: https://github.com/adibfirman/dotfiles/tree/main/claude/.claude/skills/context7-mcp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adibfirman/dotfiles --skill context7-mcp-adibfirman

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It solves the problem of outdated or inaccurate answers by retrieving current library and framework documentation on demand instead of relying on the model’s memory.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Library-focused documentation retrieval: Uses the user’s question to resolve the best matching Context7 library entry.
  • Version-aware results: Prefers version-specific documentation when the user mentions a framework version (e.g., Next.js 15, React 19).
  • Practical code-example grounding: Produces answers and code snippets grounded in fetched API docs for frameworks like React, Vue, Next.js, Prisma, and Supabase.
  • When to use: Best for setup/configuration questions, API reference lookups, and generating code that depends on specific library behavior.

Quick Start

Ask an AI to use context7-mcp to fetch the official documentation for Next.js middleware configuration and then explain the recommended setup with a working example.

Frequently Asked Questions about context7-mcp

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I get up-to-date documentation and code examples for a specific framework version?

You can fetch version-aware documentation by asking for a specific framework version like Next.js 15 or React 19. The Skill resolves the library ID and retrieves current API references, ensuring answers and code examples match your exact version instead of relying on outdated model memory.

Why does my AI assistant provide outdated API references for library setup?

AI assistants provide outdated API references because they rely on static training memory. This Skill solves that by querying current library documentation on demand, resolving the correct library ID to fetch accurate, up-to-date setup configuration and code snippets.

What's the best way to generate library-specific queries and integrations for frameworks like Next.js or Prisma?

The best way to generate library-specific queries and integrations is using on-demand documentation retrieval. This Skill resolves the library ID for frameworks like Next.js or Prisma and uses fetched, current API docs to ground its integration code and reference answers.

Can I use this to fetch official docs for React and Vue setup and configuration tasks?

Yes, you can fetch official docs for React and Vue setup and configuration tasks. The Skill retrieves current documentation for named frameworks, resolves the exact library ID, and uses the fetched content to provide practical code-example grounding for your setup questions.

Does this documentation retrieval method work without specifying a framework version?

Yes, it works without specifying a framework version, but it prefers version-specific documentation when a version is mentioned. It resolves the best matching Context7 library entry and queries the current documentation to answer your exact software library question.