Does this skill work with MongoDB Atlas?

Yes, it includes specific fixes for Atlas, such as resolving IP whitelisting issues and supporting mongodb+srv connection strings.

How do I fix MongoDB authentication failed errors?

The skill suggests adding '?authSource=admin' to your connection string or verifying your user credentials and Atlas Network Access settings.

What connection string formats are supported?

The skill provides guidance for both standard 'mongodb://' and the modern 'mongodb+srv://' connection formats.

Can I disable the MongoDB tools if I'm not using them?

Yes, you can use the /mcp command to disable the plugin and prevent connection error notifications.

What does the /mongodb-tools:setup command do?

It initiates a guided configuration process to link your MongoDB database to Claude Code using the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

MongoDB Setup & Troubleshooting

Name: MongoDB Setup & Troubleshooting
Author: fcakyon

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Database Management

Streamlines the configuration and troubleshooting of MongoDB MCP integrations for Claude Code.

About

This skill provides specialized guidance for setting up and debugging MongoDB connections within the Claude Code environment. It helps users resolve common hurdles like authentication failures, invalid connection strings, and network timeouts by providing battle-tested fixes for Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. Whether you are connecting to a local instance or a cloud-hosted Atlas cluster, this skill ensures your AI assistant can communicate effectively with your data layer.

Key Features

Connection string validation for standard and SRV protocols
MCP server management to enable or disable database tools
Automated setup via the /mongodb-tools:setup command
247 GitHub stars
Smart troubleshooting for 'authSource' and authentication errors
Atlas network access and IP whitelisting guidance

Use Cases

Configuring the initial MCP server bridge for NoSQL data access
Fixing invalid connection strings or timeout issues in Claude Code
Resolving 'Authentication failed' errors when connecting to MongoDB Atlas

About

Key Features

Connection string validation for standard and SRV protocols
MCP server management to enable or disable database tools
Automated setup via the /mongodb-tools:setup command
247 GitHub stars
Smart troubleshooting for 'authSource' and authentication errors
Atlas network access and IP whitelisting guidance

Use Cases

Configuring the initial MCP server bridge for NoSQL data access
Fixing invalid connection strings or timeout issues in Claude Code
Resolving 'Authentication failed' errors when connecting to MongoDB Atlas