RateSpot MCP Server

# 🎉 RateSpot MCP Auto-Installer - Complete! You now have a **fully automated, professional macOS installer** for your RateSpot MCP server that provides true one-click installation for your users. ## 🚀 What You've Got ### **RateSpot-MCP-Installer.app** A native macOS application that completely automates the installation process: - **Double-click to install** - No technical knowledge required - **Smart prerequisites handling** - Guides Node.js installation if needed - **Real-time API key validation** - Tests keys before proceeding - **Automatic configuration** - Sets up Claude Desktop and Cline automatically - **Built-in testing** - Verifies everything works correctly - **Professional UI** - Native macOS dialogs and notifications - **Comprehensive logging** - Detailed logs for troubleshooting - **Easy uninstallation** - Creates uninstaller script automatically ### **Distribution Files Ready** - **`RateSpot-MCP-Installer.zip`** (460KB) - For easy sharing and GitHub releases - **`RateSpot-MCP-Installer.dmg`** (476KB) - Professional macOS disk image - **Complete documentation** - User guides and technical documentation ## 🎬 User Experience Your users will experience this simple flow: 1. **Download** → Get the installer file 2. **Double-click** → Launch the installer app 3. **Follow prompts** → Enter API key, choose location 4. **Wait** → Automatic download, build, and configuration 5. **Done!** → Ready to use with Claude Desktop **Total time: 2-5 minutes** (depending on internet speed) ## 📦 Distribution Options ### 1. **GitHub Releases** (Recommended) ```bash # Create a new release git tag v1.0.0 git push origin v1.0.0 # Upload RateSpot-MCP-Installer.zip as a release asset # Users download and double-click to install ``` ### 2. **Direct File Sharing** - Share `RateSpot-MCP-Installer.zip` directly - Users unzip and double-click the app ### 3. **Website Download** - Host the ZIP or DMG file on your website - Provide download link with simple instructions ### 4. **Professional Distribution** ```bash # Optional: Code sign for better user experience codesign --deep --force --verify --verbose \ --sign "Developer ID Application: Your Name" \ RateSpot-MCP-Installer.app # The DMG file is ready for professional distribution ``` ## 🔧 Technical Architecture ### **Modular Design** - **`installer`** - Main executable and workflow orchestration - **`ui_helpers.sh`** - All native macOS UI dialogs - **`validation.sh`** - System checks and API key validation - **`install_core.sh`** - Core installation and configuration logic ### **Smart Features** - **Prerequisites Detection** - Checks Node.js, Git, network - **API Key Validation** - Real-time testing against RateSpot API - **Automatic Configuration** - Updates Claude Desktop and Cline configs - **Error Recovery** - Handles common issues gracefully - **Comprehensive Testing** - Validates installation success ### **Security & Privacy** - **No data collection** - Everything processed locally - **Secure API key handling** - Never logged or exposed - **Permission-based** - Only requests necessary file access - **Open source** - All code is visible and auditable ## 📋 What Happens During Installation 1. **System Check** - Validates Node.js, Git, network connectivity 2. **API Key Collection** - Secure input with real-time validation 3. **Location Selection** - Choose install path or use smart default 4. **Repository Download** - Clones your GitHub repository 5. **Dependency Installation** - Runs `npm install` 6. **Server Build** - Compiles TypeScript with `npm run build` 7. **Configuration** - Creates `.env` file with API key 8. **Claude Desktop Setup** - Updates `claude_desktop_config.json` 9. **Cline Setup** - Updates `cline_mcp_settings.json` (if present) 10. **Testing** - Validates server starts correctly 11. **Uninstaller Creation** - Creates removal script 12. **Success** - Ready to use! ## 🎯 User Instructions (Share This) ### **For Your Users:** 1. **Download** the installer from [your distribution method] 2. **Double-click** `RateSpot-MCP-Installer.app` 3. **Get your API key**: - Existing users: [https://app.ratespot.io/account-settings](https://app.ratespot.io/account-settings) - New users: [https://app.ratespot.io](https://app.ratespot.io) (free account) 4. **Follow the installer prompts** 5. **Done!** Start using RateSpot with Claude ### **If Node.js is needed:** - The installer will guide you to [nodejs.org](https://nodejs.org) - Install Node.js and re-run the installer ### **To uninstall:** - Go to installation folder (default: `~/Applications/RateSpot-MCP`) - Double-click `uninstall.sh` ## 🔍 Troubleshooting ### **Common Issues & Solutions** **🔒 "Apple could not verify RateSpot-MCP-Installer is free of malware"** This is **normal** for unsigned apps! Easy fixes: - **Right-click** the app → **"Open"** → **"Open"** (easiest method) - Or: System Preferences → Security & Privacy → "Open Anyway" - Or: Terminal: `xattr -d com.apple.quarantine RateSpot-MCP-Installer.app` - See `GATEKEEPER_BYPASS_GUIDE.md` for detailed instructions **"Cannot be opened because it is from an unidentified developer"** - Same as above - use the right-click method to bypass safely **Installation fails** - Check internet connection - Verify API key at [app.ratespot.io/account-settings](https://app.ratespot.io/account-settings) - Try different installation location - Check log file (path shown in error dialog) **API key validation fails** - Verify key is correct - Check internet connection - Continue anyway if validation is inconclusive ## 📊 Success Metrics Your installer provides: - **Zero technical barriers** - Anyone can install - **Professional experience** - Native macOS app with proper UI - **Automatic configuration** - No manual setup required - **Built-in validation** - Ensures everything works - **Easy distribution** - Multiple format options - **Comprehensive support** - Detailed logging and error handling ## 🚀 Next Steps 1. **Test the installer** - Double-click it to verify it works 2. **Choose distribution method** - GitHub releases, website, direct sharing 3. **Share with users** - Provide download link and simple instructions 4. **Monitor feedback** - Check logs if users report issues 5. **Consider code signing** - For even better user experience ## 🎉 Congratulations! You now have a **professional, automated installer** that: - ✅ Eliminates all technical barriers for users - ✅ Provides a smooth, guided installation experience - ✅ Automatically configures everything correctly - ✅ Includes comprehensive error handling and recovery - ✅ Creates professional distribution packages - ✅ Supports easy uninstallation - ✅ Maintains security and privacy standards **Your RateSpot MCP server can now be installed by anyone with a simple double-click!** 🚀 --- **Files Ready for Distribution:** - `RateSpot-MCP-Installer.zip` (460KB) - `RateSpot-MCP-Installer.dmg` (476KB) - Complete documentation and user guides **Share the magic of automated installation with your users!** ✨