OpenTelemetry
An MCP server that emits OpenTelemetry traces, metrics, and logs to OTLP endpoints in various formats. It includes tool-mimicry profiles to generate realistic traffic resembling common tools like nginx, postgres, and AWS Lambda for testing and demons
What is OpenTelemetry?
OpenTelemetry is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to mcp server that emits opentelemetry traces, metrics, and logs to otlp endpoints in various formats. it includes tool-mimicry profiles to generate realistic traffic resembling common tools like nginx, ...
An MCP server that emits OpenTelemetry traces, metrics, and logs to OTLP endpoints in various formats. It includes tool-mimicry profiles to generate realistic traffic resembling common tools like nginx, postgres, and AWS Lambda for testing and demons
This server falls under the Monitoring & Observability category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- An MCP server that emits OpenTelemetry traces, metrics, and
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx otelConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
Frequently Asked Questions about OpenTelemetry
What is OpenTelemetry?
OpenTelemetry is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that mcp server that emits opentelemetry traces, metrics, and logs to otlp endpoints in various formats. it includes tool-mimicry profiles to generate realistic traffic resembling common tools like nginx, postgres, and aws lambda for testing and demons It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install OpenTelemetry?
Follow the installation instructions on the OpenTelemetry GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with OpenTelemetry?
OpenTelemetry works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is OpenTelemetry free to use?
Yes, OpenTelemetry is open source and available under the MIT License license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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