mcp-sequentialthinking-tools

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The mcp-sequentialthinking-tools server adapts the MCP Sequential Thinking Server to enhance problem-solving by guiding tool usage. It breaks down complex problems into manageable steps and dynamically recommends the most effective MCP tools for each stage, providing confidence scores and rationale. This server supports flexible, evolving thought processes with branching and revision, enabling intelligent, stepwise tool selection to optimize workflows and decision-making in real time.

Use This MCP server To

Guide tool selection during multi-step problem solving Provide confidence scores for recommended MCP tools Support branching and revision in sequential thinking workflows Break down complex problems into manageable steps Recommend effective MCP tools dynamically per problem stage Enhance decision-making with rationale for tool choices

README

mcp-sequentialthinking-tools

An adaptation of the MCP Sequential Thinking Server designed to guide tool usage in problem-solving. This server helps break down complex problems into manageable steps and provides recommendations for which MCP tools would be most effective at each stage.

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that combines sequential thinking with intelligent tool suggestions. For each step in the problem-solving process, it provides confidence-scored recommendations for which tools to use, along with rationale for why each tool would be appropriate.

Features

  • πŸ€” Dynamic and reflective problem-solving through sequential thoughts
  • πŸ”„ Flexible thinking process that adapts and evolves
  • 🌳 Support for branching and revision of thoughts
  • πŸ› οΈ Intelligent tool recommendations for each step
  • πŸ“Š Confidence scoring for tool suggestions
  • πŸ” Detailed rationale for tool recommendations
  • πŸ“ Step tracking with expected outcomes
  • πŸ”„ Progress monitoring with previous and remaining steps
  • 🎯 Alternative tool suggestions for each step

How It Works

This server analyses each step of your thought process and recommends appropriate MCP tools to help accomplish the task. Each recommendation includes:

  • A confidence score (0-1) indicating how well the tool matches the current need
  • A clear rationale explaining why the tool would be helpful
  • A priority level to suggest tool execution order
  • Alternative tools that could also be used

The server works with any MCP tools available in your environment. It provides recommendations based on the current step's requirements, but the actual tool execution is handled by the consumer (like Claude).

Example Usage

Here's an example of how the server guides tool usage:

{
	"thought": "Initial research step to understand what universal reactivity means in Svelte 5",
	"current_step": {
		"step_description": "Gather initial information about Svelte 5's universal reactivity",
		"expected_outcome": "Clear understanding of universal reactivity concept",
		"recommended_tools": [
			{
				"tool_name": "search_docs",
				"confidence": 0.9,
				"rationale": "Search Svelte documentation for official information",
				"priority": 1
			},
			{
				"tool_name": "tavily_search",
				"confidence": 0.8,
				"rationale": "Get additional context from reliable sources",
				"priority": 2
			}
		],
		"next_step_conditions": [
			"Verify information accuracy",
			"Look for implementation details"
		]
	},
	"thought_number": 1,
	"total_thoughts": 5,
	"next_thought_needed": true
}

The server tracks your progress and supports:

  • Creating branches to explore different approaches
  • Revising previous thoughts with new information
  • Maintaining context across multiple steps
  • Suggesting next steps based on current findings

Configuration

This server requires configuration through your MCP client. Here are examples for different environments:

Cline Configuration

Add this to your Cline MCP settings:

{
	"mcpServers": {
		"mcp-sequentialthinking-tools": {
			"command": "npx",
			"args": ["-y", "mcp-sequentialthinking-tools"]
		}
	}
}

Claude Desktop with WSL Configuration

For WSL environments, add this to your Claude Desktop configuration:

{
	"mcpServers": {
		"mcp-sequentialthinking-tools": {
			"command": "wsl.exe",
			"args": [
				"bash",
				"-c",
				"source ~/.nvm/nvm.sh && /home/username/.nvm/versions/node/v20.12.1/bin/npx mcp-sequentialthinking-tools"
			]
		}
	}
}

API

The server implements a single MCP tool with configurable parameters:

sequentialthinking_tools

A tool for dynamic and reflective problem-solving through thoughts, with intelligent tool recommendations.

Parameters:

  • thought (string, required): Your current thinking step
  • next_thought_needed (boolean, required): Whether another thought step is needed
  • thought_number (integer, required): Current thought number
  • total_thoughts (integer, required): Estimated total thoughts needed
  • is_revision (boolean, optional): Whether this revises previous thinking
  • revises_thought (integer, optional): Which thought is being reconsidered
  • branch_from_thought (integer, optional): Branching point thought number
  • branch_id (string, optional): Branch identifier
  • needs_more_thoughts (boolean, optional): If more thoughts are needed
  • current_step (object, optional): Current step recommendation with:
    • step_description: What needs to be done
    • recommended_tools: Array of tool recommendations with confidence scores
    • expected_outcome: What to expect from this step
    • next_step_conditions: Conditions for next step
  • previous_steps (array, optional): Steps already recommended
  • remaining_steps (array, optional): High-level descriptions of upcoming steps

Development

Setup

  1. Clone the repository
  2. Install dependencies:
pnpm install
  1. Build the project:
pnpm build
  1. Run in development mode:
pnpm dev

Publishing

The project uses changesets for version management. To publish:

  1. Create a changeset:
pnpm changeset
  1. Version the package:
pnpm changeset version
  1. Publish to npm:
pnpm release

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.

License

MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Acknowledgments

mcp-sequentialthinking-tools FAQ

How does mcp-sequentialthinking-tools recommend tools?
It analyzes each problem-solving step and provides confidence-scored tool recommendations with rationale to guide effective tool usage.
Can this server handle changes in problem-solving direction?
Yes, it supports branching and revision, allowing flexible and adaptive sequential thinking.
What types of tools can it recommend?
It can recommend any MCP tools integrated into the environment, selecting those most effective for each step.
How does it improve workflow efficiency?
By breaking down complex problems and suggesting the best tools at each stage, it streamlines multi-step reasoning and tool usage.
Is the tool recommendation process dynamic?
Yes, recommendations evolve as the problem-solving process progresses, adapting to new information and context.
Can it explain why a tool is recommended?
Yes, it provides rationale for each recommended tool to help users understand the choice.
What environments is this server suited for?
It is ideal for MCP-enabled environments requiring structured, stepwise problem-solving with tool orchestration.
Does it support integration with multiple LLM providers?
While focused on MCP tools, it can work alongside models from OpenAI, Claude, Gemini, and others within the MCP ecosystem.