The Alpaca trading API to manage stock and crypto portfolios
API integration support
MCP protocol integration
Claude Desktop and Claude Code support
Pros
+Seamless integration with Claude Desktop and Claude Code
+Extends Claude's capabilities with external services
+Standardized MCP protocol for reliable communication
+Active community development and support
Cons
−Requires initial MCP configuration
−May need API keys for external services
−Performance depends on external service availability
🎯 Use Cases
Extend Claude with laukikk alpaca mcp capabilitiesIntegrate external data into AI conversationsAutomate workflows combining Claude with specialized servicesBuild custom AI-powered development tools
👥 Who is this for?
•Claude Desktop and Claude Code users
•Developers building AI-powered workflows
•Teams extending Claude with custom integrations
📋 Prerequisites
•Claude Desktop or Claude Code installed
•Basic understanding of MCP server configuration
•Node.js or Python runtime (depending on server type)