Harvest FAQs

Question 1

What are the prerequisites for using the Harvest MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You'll need Python 3.10 or higher, a Harvest account with API access, and your Harvest API key and Account ID. You'll also need Claude Desktop properly configured to use the MCP server.

Question 2

What is the Harvest MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

The Harvest MCP Server allows you to integrate your Harvest time tracking account with Claude and other MCP-compatible AI assistants. This lets you manage your time entries, projects, and clients using natural language commands.

Question 3

How do I customize the Harvest MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

The server uses FastMCP, making it easy to add new tools by simply adding new functions with the `@mcp.tool()` decorator. This allows you to tailor the integration to your specific needs.

Question 4

What can I do with the Harvest MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You can list and manage users, time entries, projects, clients, and tasks. Create new time entries, start/stop timers, filter data, and retrieve detailed information, all through Claude's interface.

Question 5

Where can I find the Harvest MCP Server code?

Accepted Answer

The code and instructions can be found on the linked GitHub repository, allowing you to contribute and customize the functionality as needed.

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