Reddit Buddy MCP

# MCPB Distribution Plan - While Awaiting Anthropic Approval ## Key Advantage of .mcpb Files ✅ **No Node.js required** - Users don't need to install Node, npm, or any dependencies ✅ **One-click install** - Just double-click or drag into Claude Desktop ✅ **Smaller barrier to entry** - Non-technical users can easily use it ## Distribution Options (Recommended Order) ### Option 1: GitHub Release (RECOMMENDED - DO THIS NOW) **Pros:** - Professional and trusted source - Version control built-in - Download count tracking - Direct links possible - Can update without changing links **Implementation:** ```bash # Create release with .mcpb attached gh release create v1.1.6-desktop \ reddit-mcp-buddy.mcpb \ --title "v1.1.6 Desktop Extension Release" \ --notes "One-click Reddit browsing for Claude Desktop" ``` **Share link:** `https://github.com/karanb192/reddit-mcp-buddy/releases/latest/download/reddit-mcp-buddy.mcpb` ### Option 2: Update README with Desktop Extension Section **Add prominent section:** ```markdown ## 🎯 Quick Install for Claude Desktop Users **No Node.js required!** Download and double-click: [](https://github.com/karanb192/reddit-mcp-buddy/releases/latest/download/reddit-mcp-buddy.mcpb) - File size: 6.2MB - Works on: Windows, macOS, Linux - [Installation Guide](#desktop-extension-installation) ``` ### Option 3: NPM Package Update **Add to package.json postinstall:** ```json { "scripts": { "postinstall": "echo '\n📦 Claude Desktop users: Download .mcpb from https://github.com/karanb192/reddit-mcp-buddy/releases\n'" } } ``` This notifies the 38k+ npm users about the desktop option. ### Option 4: Create Landing Page **Simple GitHub Pages or Vercel:** - reddit-mcp-buddy.vercel.app - Big download button for .mcpb - Clear installation instructions - Feature showcase with GIFs ### Option 5: Community Distribution **Where to share:** **Reddit Communities:** - r/ClaudeAI (primary target) - r/LocalLLaMA - r/singularity - r/MachineLearning **Post template:** ``` Title: I made a Reddit browser for Claude Desktop - no setup required! Just shipped a Desktop Extension that lets Claude browse Reddit: - 📦 One-click install (no Node.js needed) - 🔍 Search posts & comments - 👤 Analyze user profiles - 💬 Read full comment threads - 🔐 Optional auth for 10x more requests Download (6.2MB): [link] Would love feedback while waiting for official directory listing! ``` **Discord/Slack:** - Anthropic Discord (if exists) - AI communities - MCP developer groups ### Option 6: Product Hunt Launch **When to launch:** - After getting initial user feedback - Can drive significant traffic - Good for credibility ### Option 7: X/Twitter Thread **Approach:** ``` 🧵 Shipped a Reddit browser for Claude Desktop! No API keys, no Node.js, no setup. Just download and double-click. Here's what it can do... [demo video] ``` ## Distribution Timeline ### Immediate (Today): 1. ✅ Create GitHub Release v1.1.6-desktop 2. ✅ Update README with Desktop Extension section 3. ✅ Post in r/ClaudeAI for initial feedback ### Week 1: 4. Collect user feedback and fix any issues 5. Share in other Reddit communities 6. Create demo video/GIFs ### Week 2: 7. Product Hunt launch (if good traction) 8. Twitter/X thread with demos 9. Consider landing page if high demand ### While Waiting for Anthropic: - Monitor GitHub issues for bugs - Keep improving based on feedback - Build community of early users - Document common questions ## Success Metrics - GitHub Release downloads - GitHub stars (currently 2) - Reddit post engagement - User feedback quality - Issue reports (fewer = better) ## Risk Mitigation - **If Anthropic rejects:** Already have user base - **If bugs found:** Quick iteration via GitHub Releases - **If low adoption:** Improve marketing/demos ## Key Messages for Distribution 1. **"No Node.js required"** - Biggest selling point 2. **"One-click install"** - Emphasis on simplicity 3. **"38k+ npm users trust this"** - Social proof 4. **"Works without API keys"** - Unique feature 5. **"Open source"** - Transparency ## Sample GitHub Release Description ```markdown ## 🎉 Desktop Extension Release! **One-click Reddit browsing for Claude Desktop - no setup required!** ### Installation 1. Download `reddit-mcp-buddy.mcpb` (6.2MB) 2. Double-click to install in Claude Desktop 3. Start browsing Reddit! ### What's New ✅ Full Desktop Extension support ✅ Optional authentication UI ✅ Windows + macOS tested ✅ No Node.js required ### Features - Browse any subreddit - Search posts & comments - Analyze user profiles - Read full discussions - Zero configuration **Note**: Submitted to Anthropic for official listing. This is the same server with 38k+ npm downloads, now as a Desktop Extension! ``` ## Next Action Items 1. [ ] Create GitHub Release NOW 2. [ ] Update README with download button 3. [ ] Post in r/ClaudeAI today 4. [ ] Monitor for user feedback 5. [ ] Fix any reported issues quickly