Assistant FAQs

Question 1

How do I configure Assistant to work with Claude Desktop?

Accepted Answer

Add the provided JSON snippet to your `claude_desktop_config.json` file, ensuring you replace the placeholder values with your Pinecone API key and Assistant host.

Question 2

What are the key features of Assistant?

Accepted Answer

Key features include retrieving information from Pinecone Assistant, supporting multiple results retrieval with configurable result numbers, environment variable configuration, and Claude Desktop integration.

Question 3

What are the prerequisites for using Assistant?

Accepted Answer

You'll need Docker installed, a Pinecone API key, and the Pinecone Assistant API host. These are obtained from the Pinecone Console and your Assistant details page, respectively.

Question 4

What is the Assistant tool?

Accepted Answer

The Assistant is a tool for retrieving information from the Pinecone Assistant service, enabling you to easily access and utilize data stored within Pinecone.

Question 5

Can I build Assistant without using Docker?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can build from source using Rust. Clone the repository, then run `cargo build --release`. The binary will be available at `target/release/assistant-mcp`.

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