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# Feature: Figma MCP Integration - v1.0
## ๐ Feature Overview
The Figma MCP Integration feature provides a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables AI assistants to seamlessly access and analyze Figma design files. This feature bridges the gap between design tools and AI-powered development workflows, allowing for automated design analysis, content extraction, and workflow automation within the SDLC Agent platform.
## ๐ Implementation Status
### Current Version: v1.0
- **Status**: โ
COMPLETE - Production Ready
- **Started**: 2025-01-15
- **Completed**: 2025-01-22
### Phase Progress
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Phase 1: Core MCP Implementation (6/6 Complete)
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**MCP Protocol Implementation**: Full Model Context Protocol server compliance
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**Figma API Integration**: Comprehensive Figma REST API integration
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**Design Data Extraction System**: Modular extractor architecture for design data
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**Image Processing Pipeline**: Download and process images from Figma designs
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**Dual Operation Modes**: MCP server (stdio) and standalone HTTP server modes
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**Configuration Management**: Environment-based configuration system
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Phase 2: Advanced Features (4/4 Complete)
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**Flexible Extractor System**: Modular architecture for different data extraction types
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**Multiple Output Formats**: Support for both JSON and YAML output formats
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**Error Handling & Retry Logic**: Robust error handling with retry mechanisms
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**Performance Optimization**: Efficient data processing and caching
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Phase 3: Documentation & Testing (3/3 Complete)
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**Comprehensive Documentation**: Complete setup and usage documentation
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**Testing Suite**: Integration and benchmark tests
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**Development Tools**: CLI tools and debugging capabilities
## ๐๏ธ Technical Specifications
### Architecture Overview
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โ โข Layout โ
โ โข Content โ
โ โข Visuals โ
โ โข Components โ
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### Core Components
#### MCP Server Implementation
- **Protocol Compliance**: Full MCP specification adherence
- **Transport**: stdio and HTTP transport support
- **Tools**: `get_figma_data` and `download_figma_images`
- **Resources**: Design file access and metadata
#### Figma API Integration
- **Authentication**: Personal access token support
- **File Access**: Complete file and node data retrieval
- **Image Export**: Multiple format support (PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF)
- **Rate Limiting**: Built-in rate limiting and retry logic
#### Data Extraction System
- **Modular Architecture**: Pluggable extractor system
- **Built-in Extractors**: Layout, content, visual, and component extractors
- **Custom Extractors**: Extensible for specific use cases
- **Output Formats**: JSON and YAML support
### Technology Stack
- **Runtime**: Node.js 18+
- **Language**: TypeScript
- **Package Manager**: pnpm
- **MCP SDK**: Model Context Protocol TypeScript SDK
- **API Client**: Figma REST API
- **Build Tool**: tsup for bundling
## โ๏ธ Configuration Options
### Environment Variables
```env
# Required: Figma API Configuration
FIGMA_API_KEY=your_figma_api_key_here
# Optional: Server configuration
PORT=3333
OUTPUT_FORMAT=yaml # "yaml" or "json"
# Optional: Performance settings
MAX_DEPTH=10 # Maximum traversal depth
RETRY_ATTEMPTS=3 # API retry attempts
RETRY_DELAY=1000 # Retry delay in milliseconds
```
### Configuration Management
- Environment-based configuration with `.env` support
- Runtime configuration validation
- Default value handling
- Type-safe configuration access
## ๐ป Usage Examples
### MCP Server Mode (Recommended)
```bash
# Install globally
npm install -g figma-mcp
# Run as MCP server
figma-mcp --stdio
# Or from source
pnpm start:cli
```
### HTTP Server Mode
```bash
# Run as HTTP server
figma-mcp
# Server starts on http://localhost:3333
curl -X POST http://localhost:3333/tools/get_figma_data \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{"fileKey": "abc123", "nodeId": "1:23"}'
```
### MCP Tool Usage
```json
{
"tool": "get_figma_data",
"parameters": {
"fileKey": "abc123def456",
"nodeId": "1:23",
"depth": 3
}
}
```
### Integration with AI Tools
```
AI: "Please analyze the design in this Figma file: https://www.figma.com/file/abc123def456/My-Design"
MCP Server: Extracts comprehensive design data including:
- Layout information (positioning, sizing, constraints)
- Content data (text, images, icons)
- Visual properties (colors, fonts, effects)
- Component structure and relationships
```
## ๐ง MCP Tools Reference
### `get_figma_data`
Extracts comprehensive design data from Figma files.
**Parameters:**
- `fileKey` (required): Figma file key from URL
- `nodeId` (optional): Specific node ID to extract
- `depth` (optional): Maximum traversal depth for nested elements
**Output:** Complete design data in YAML or JSON format including:
- File metadata (name, version, last modified)
- Node hierarchy and structure
- Layout properties (position, size, constraints)
- Content information (text, images)
- Visual styling (colors, fonts, effects)
- Component definitions and instances
### `download_figma_images`
Downloads and processes images from Figma designs.
**Parameters:**
- `fileKey` (required): Figma file key
- `nodeIds` (optional): Array of specific node IDs
- `format` (optional): Image format (png, jpg, svg, pdf)
- `scale` (optional): Image scale factor
**Output:** Image URLs and metadata for download
## ๐งช Testing & Validation
### Integration Tests
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**MCP Protocol Compliance**: Full protocol specification testing
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**Figma API Integration**: Complete API endpoint coverage
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**Data Extraction**: All extractor modules validated
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**Error Handling**: Comprehensive error scenario testing
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**Performance**: Benchmark tests for large files
### Development Tools
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**MCP Inspector**: Built-in debugging and inspection tools
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**CLI Interface**: Command-line tools for testing
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**Logging System**: Comprehensive logging and monitoring
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**Type Safety**: Full TypeScript coverage
### Quality Assurance
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**Code Quality**: ESLint and Prettier integration
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**Type Checking**: Strict TypeScript configuration
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**Build Process**: Automated build and packaging
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**Documentation**: Complete API and usage documentation
## ๐ฏ Integration with SDLC Workflow
### Design-to-Development Bridge
- **Requirements Analysis**: Extract design requirements from Figma files
- **Technical Specifications**: Generate technical requirements from design data
- **Component Documentation**: Automatic component library documentation
- **Design System Analysis**: Extract design tokens and patterns
### Workflow Integration
```
Design Review โ Figma Analysis โ Technical Requirements โ Development Planning
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Figma File โ MCP Extraction โ Design Data โ TRD Generation โ Code Generation
```
### AI-Powered Capabilities
- **Design Analysis**: Automated design review and feedback
- **Component Extraction**: Identify reusable components
- **Accessibility Review**: Analyze design for accessibility compliance
- **Design System Validation**: Ensure consistency with design systems
## ๐ Future Enhancements
### Phase 4: Advanced Integration (Planned)
- [ ] **Design System Integration**: Automatic design token extraction
- [ ] **Component Library Generation**: Auto-generate component documentation
- [ ] **Accessibility Analysis**: Built-in accessibility checking
- [ ] **Version Comparison**: Compare design versions and track changes
- [ ] **Collaborative Features**: Multi-user design analysis workflows
### Potential Improvements
- **Real-time Updates**: Live design change notifications
- **Advanced Analytics**: Design usage and performance metrics
- **Custom Extractors**: User-defined data extraction patterns
- **Export Integrations**: Direct export to development tools
- **Design Validation**: Automated design guideline checking
## ๐ Benefits Achieved
### โ
Seamless AI Integration
- Direct AI assistant access to Figma design data
- Structured data extraction for AI processing
- Automated design analysis capabilities
- Bridge between design and development workflows
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Comprehensive Data Access
- Complete design file information extraction
- Hierarchical component structure analysis
- Visual property and styling data
- Image and asset processing capabilities
### โ
Developer Experience
- Simple MCP protocol integration
- Flexible deployment options (stdio/HTTP)
- Comprehensive documentation and examples
- Type-safe TypeScript implementation
### โ
Production Ready
- Robust error handling and retry logic
- Performance optimized for large files
- Comprehensive testing and validation
- Professional documentation and support
## ๐ Version History
### v1.0 (2025-01-22)
- **Initial Release**: Complete MCP server implementation
- **Core Features**: Figma API integration, data extraction, image processing
- **MCP Compliance**: Full Model Context Protocol support
- **Documentation**: Comprehensive setup and usage guides
- **Status**: โ
Production Ready
### Planned Versions
- **v1.1**: Enhanced design system integration
- **v1.2**: Advanced component analysis features
- **v2.0**: Real-time collaboration and advanced analytics
## ๐ Related Documentation
- [Figma MCP Source Code](../../mcp/figma/)
- [Model Context Protocol Specification](https://modelcontextprotocol.io/)
- [Figma REST API Documentation](https://www.figma.com/developers/api)
- [Architecture Overview](../architecture/current-architecture.md)
- [Features Index](../features-index.md)
## ๐ ๏ธ Development Setup
### Prerequisites
- Node.js 18.0.0 or higher
- pnpm package manager
- Figma API access token
### Installation
```bash
# Clone repository
git clone git@github.com:tomdwipo/agent.git
cd agent/figma-mcp
# Install dependencies
pnpm install
# Configure environment
cp .env.example .env
# Edit .env with your Figma API key
# Build project
pnpm build
# Run tests
pnpm test
# Start development server
pnpm dev
```
### Project Structure
```
figma-mcp/
โโโ src/
โ โโโ cli.ts # CLI entry point
โ โโโ server.ts # HTTP server implementation
โ โโโ config.ts # Configuration management
โ โโโ mcp/ # MCP protocol implementation
โ โโโ services/ # Figma API integration
โ โโโ extractors/ # Data extraction modules
โ โโโ transformers/ # Data transformation utilities
โ โโโ utils/ # Common utilities
โโโ docs/ # Documentation and images
โโโ package.json # Project configuration
โโโ README.md # Main documentation
```
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**Last Updated**: 2025-01-22
**Current Status**: โ
COMPLETE - Production Ready
**Next Milestone**: v1.1 - Enhanced Design System Integration
**Maintainer**: Development Team