How do I install The Brains?

Pick a client above and copy the generated config. Cursor and VS Code also have a deep link when the server can run locally or remotely.

Is The Brains official?

No. Registry-listed is not the same as vendor-official. Read the methodology for the difference.

This listing scores 52 (Fair). The formula is published on the methodology page.

The Brains MCP Server | MCPpedia

Name: The Brains MCP Server
Author: vicpitic

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~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "vicpitic-the-brains": {
      "url": "https://mcp.brains.ceo/mcp"
    }
  }
}

This server does not declare environment variables.

Tools show up when the registry metadata or the repository README lists them. GitHub enrichment fills this in when a token is configured.

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74Good

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