@sofianedjerbi/knowledge-tree-mcp/docs/backend/tools/core-mcp-tools-usage-guide.json

MCP server for hierarchical project knowledge management

{
  "title": "Core MCP Tools Usage Guide",
  "priority": "CRITICAL",
  "problem": "Effective use of the Knowledge Tree MCP system requires understanding the core tools: help, index_knowledge, and search_knowledge. These tools provide navigation, discovery, and assistance capabilities.",
  "solution": "## 1. help Tool - Contextual Assistance\n\n### Purpose\nProvides context-aware help and guidance for using the Knowledge Tree MCP system.\n\n### Usage Patterns\n```bash",
  "tags": [
    "tools",
    "mcp",
    "help",
    "search",
    "index",
    "usage"
  ],
  "context": "These three tools form the foundation of knowledge exploration in the system. The help tool provides contextual guidance, index_knowledge gives system overview, and search_knowledge enables targeted discovery. Mastering these tools is essential for productive knowledge management.",
  "examples": [
    {
      "title": "Comprehensive Tool Usage Example",
      "language": "bash"
    }
  ],
  "created_at": "2025-08-03T16:30:00.867Z",
  "updated_at": "2025-08-04T11:14:02.789Z",
  "related_to": [
    {
      "path": "backend/mcp/mcp-server-request-flow-lifecycle.json",
      "relationship": "implements",
      "description": "Practical usage guide for the core MCP tools described in the server architecture"
    },
    {
      "path": "backend/tools/knowledge-management-tools-guide.json",
      "relationship": "related",
      "description": "Both provide comprehensive guidance for using MCP tools effectively"
    }
  ]
}