Brightspace
MCP server for Brightspace (D2L). Check grades, due dates, assignments, announcements, rosters, syllabus & course content via Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, Windsurf, or any MCP client. Works with any school. npm: npx brightspace-mcp-server@latest
What is Brightspace?
Brightspace is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to mcp server for brightspace (d2l). check grades, due dates, assignments, announcements, rosters, syllabus & course content via claude, chatgpt, cursor, windsurf, or any mcp client. works with any schoo...
MCP server for Brightspace (D2L). Check grades, due dates, assignments, announcements, rosters, syllabus & course content via Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, Windsurf, or any MCP client. Works with any school. npm: npx brightspace-mcp-server@latest
This server falls under the Business Applications category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
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- MCP server for Brightspace (D2L). Check grades, due dates, a
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Installation
Manual Installation
npx brightspaceConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
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Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use Brightspace
The Brightspace MCP Server connects your AI assistant to the Brightspace (D2L) learning management system, letting you check grades, track assignment due dates, read announcements, browse course content, and access roster information through natural language. It works with any school that uses Brightspace and stores credentials locally with AES-256-GCM encryption for security. Students use it to stay on top of deadlines, compare performance across courses, and retrieve lecture materials without logging into the LMS manually.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or later installed
- An active Brightspace (D2L) student or instructor account at your institution
- Your school's Brightspace URL (e.g. https://yourschool.brightspace.com)
- An MCP-compatible client such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, or Windsurf
Run the setup wizard
Use npx to launch the interactive setup wizard. It will prompt you for your school's Brightspace URL and login credentials, then store them encrypted in ~/.brightspace-mcp/config.json.
npx brightspace-mcp-server setupPurdue University shortcut (optional)
If you are a Purdue University student, add the --purdue flag to skip the school URL prompt.
npx brightspace-mcp-server setup --purdueAdd the server to your MCP client configuration
Open your MCP client's configuration file (e.g. claude_desktop_config.json for Claude Desktop) and add the brightspace-mcp-server entry.
Configure claude_desktop_config.json
Add the following block to your Claude Desktop config. The server fetches the latest version from npm automatically on each start.
{
"mcpServers": {
"brightspace": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["brightspace-mcp-server"]
}
}
}Restart your MCP client
Restart Claude Desktop (or your chosen client) so it picks up the new server entry. The server will authenticate with Brightspace on first use.
Verify the connection
Ask your AI assistant a simple question about your courses to confirm the server is working correctly.
Brightspace Examples
Client configuration
Minimal Claude Desktop configuration for the Brightspace MCP server.
{
"mcpServers": {
"brightspace": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["brightspace-mcp-server"]
}
}
}Prompts to try
Example prompts you can send once the server is connected.
- "What assignments are due in the next 48 hours?"
- "Build me a study schedule based on my upcoming due dates."
- "Compare my grades across all my courses."
- "Download every PDF from Module 5 of my Computer Science course."
- "Are there any new announcements from my professors this week?"Troubleshooting Brightspace
Authentication fails or the server reports invalid credentials
Re-run 'npx brightspace-mcp-server setup' to re-enter your credentials. If your school uses SSO, ensure you use your native Brightspace username and password rather than SSO.
Stale or outdated data returned from courses
Run 'npm cache clean --force' to clear the npm cache, then restart the server so it fetches the latest version and re-syncs data from Brightspace.
Server not found in Claude Desktop after configuration
Verify the config file path is correct for your OS (macOS: ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json) and that the JSON is valid with no trailing commas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Brightspace
What is Brightspace?
Brightspace is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that mcp server for brightspace (d2l). check grades, due dates, assignments, announcements, rosters, syllabus & course content via claude, chatgpt, cursor, windsurf, or any mcp client. works with any school. npm: npx brightspace-mcp-server@latest It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Brightspace?
Follow the installation instructions on the Brightspace GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with Brightspace?
Brightspace works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Brightspace free to use?
Yes, Brightspace is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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