Diagram Bridge MCP Server

# Installation Guide This guide covers the installation and setup process for the Diagram Bridge MCP Server. ## Prerequisites - Node.js 18.0 or higher - npm or yarn ## Installation Steps ### 1. Clone the Repository ```bash git clone <repository-url> cd diagram-bridge-mcp ``` ### 2. Install Dependencies ```bash npm install ``` ### 3. Build the Project ```bash npm run build ``` ### 4. Start the Server ```bash npm start ``` The server will start and be ready to accept MCP connections. ## Global Installation For system-wide access: ```bash # Install globally npm install -g diagram-bridge-mcp # Use globally diagram-bridge-mcp ``` ## Verification To verify your installation: ```bash # Check if the server starts without errors npm start # Run tests to ensure everything works npm test ``` ## Troubleshooting ### Common Installation Issues 1. **Node.js Version**: Ensure you're using Node.js 18.0 or higher 2. **Permission Issues**: Use `sudo` for global installations on Unix systems 3. **Build Failures**: Clear node_modules and reinstall: `rm -rf node_modules && npm install` ### Getting Help - Check the main [README](../README.md) for basic setup - Review [Docker Deployment](docker-deployment.md) for containerized setup - Open an issue on GitHub for installation problems