Alpaca + GenAIScript: Complete MCP Integration

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When integrated with GenAIScript, you can:

• Access Alpaca functionality through GenAIScript

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to set up Alpaca in GenAIScript, including configuration, examples, and troubleshooting.

What You'll Achieve

After completing this setup:

• Alpaca will be fully integrated and operational
• You can use Alpaca tools directly in GenAIScript
• All Alpaca capabilities will be available for your workflows

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have:

• GenAIScript installed and configured
• Compatible operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux, VS Code)

Installation

Step 1: Install Alpaca

Configuration

Step 2: Configure GenAIScript

1. Open GenAIScript settings
2. Navigate to MCP server configuration
3. Add Alpaca server with appropriate settings
4. Save and restart if needed

Examples

Once configured, you can use Alpaca in GenAIScript:

Testing Your Setup

1. Launch GenAIScript
2. Verify Alpaca is available in the tools list
3. Test basic Alpaca functionality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

GenAIScript Installation Failed

Symptoms: npm install errors, Command not found

Cause: Node.js version or npm configuration issues

Solution:

• Verify Node.js 18+ is installed
• Check npm global installation permissions
• Try using yarn instead of npm
• Clear npm cache and retry installation

MCP Server Not Found

Symptoms: Server not available in scripts, Connection errors

Cause: Server configuration or PATH issues

Solution:

• Verify server is properly installed
• Check genaiscript.config.ts configuration
• Use absolute path to server executable
• Test server independently first

Script Execution Fails

Symptoms: Runtime errors, Tool execution failures

Cause: Script syntax or MCP integration issues

Solution:

• Check TypeScript syntax and imports
• Verify MCP server is responding
• Use --debug flag for detailed logging
• Test with simpler script first

VS Code Extension Issues

Symptoms: Extension not working, No intellisense

Cause: Extension installation or configuration problems

Solution:

• Verify extension is properly installed
• Reload VS Code window
• Check workspace is GenAIScript project
• Update extension to latest version

Alpaca not appearing in GenAIScript

Symptoms: Server not listed, Tools not available

Cause: Configuration or installation issue

Solution:

• Verify configuration syntax
• Check Alpaca installation
• Restart GenAIScript
• Check logs for error messages

Next Steps

Now that Alpaca is integrated with GenAIScript:

• Explore all Alpaca capabilities through GenAIScript
• Check out other MCP servers that work with GenAIScript
• Join the MCP community for tips and support
• Consider contributing to Alpaca development

Need Help?

• Search for Alpaca documentation
• Check the GenAIScript MCP guide
• Join the MCP community discussions