idea

MCP tool from Papi by getpapi

capture a feature, bug, or research note into the backlog.

How to use it

idea is exposed by the Papi MCP server. Add the server to your MCP client (Claude Desktop, Cursor, Windsurf and others), and the idea tool becomes available to the model automatically. See the full listing for setup details and every tool this server provides.

Install Papi

$claude mcp add --transport http papi https://mcp.getpapi.ai/mcp

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Other tools in Papi (15)

ad_hoc

record quick work done outside the cycle so it shows in project history.

board_edit

change a task's status, cycle, priority, or notes.

board_view

read the project board and any task.

bug

file a bug against the board.

build_execute

start a task (creates a branch and handoff) and complete it (records the build report).

build_list

list the current cycle's tasks and their handoffs.

doc_register

/ docsearch — register and find project reference docs.

orient

one call returns the current cycle, what's in flight, and the recommended next action. Run it at the start of every session.

plan

break goals into a cycle of right-sized tasks, each with a build handoff your assistant can execute directly.

project_list

/ projectswitch / projectcreate — manage multiple PAPI projects.

release

merge completed work and roll the cycle forward.

review_list

/ reviewsubmit — surface finished builds and record accept / request-changes / reject verdicts.

strategy_change

record an Active Decision, with supersede history.

strategy_review

step back every few cycles to check direction, not just velocity.

zoom_out

a periodic retrospective across many cycles.