{"repo":"olaservo/shannon-thinking","free":true,"listed":false,"github":"https://github.com/olaservo/shannon-thinking","clone":"git clone https://github.com/olaservo/shannon-thinking.git","description":"MCP server for applying a Claude Shannon-inspired problem-solving pattern","language":"TypeScript","stars":69,"topics":[],"license":"MIT","category":"mcp-servers","readme_excerpt":"shannon-thinking An MCP server demonstrating Claude Shannon's systematic problem-solving methodology. This server provides a tool that helps break down complex problems into structured thoughts following Shannon's approach of problem definition, mathematical modeling, and practical implementation. Overview Claude Shannon, known as the father of information theory, approached complex problems through a systematic methodology: 1. Problem Definition : Strip the problem to its fundamental elements 2. Constraints : Identify system limitations and boundaries 3. Model : Develop mathematical/theoretical frameworks 4. Proof/Validation : Validate through formal proofs or experimental testing 5. Implementation/Experiment : Design and test practical solutions This MCP server demonstrates this methodology as a tool that helps guide systematic problem-solving through these stages. Installation NPX Usage The server provides a single tool named shannonthinking that structures problem-solving thoughts according to Shannon's methodology. Each thought must include: - The actual thought content - Type (problem definition/constraints/model/proof/implementation) - Thought number and total thoughts estimate - Confidence level (uncertainty: 0-1) - Dependencies on previous thoughts - Explicit assumptions - Whether another thought step is needed Additional capabilities: - Revision : Thoughts can revise earlier steps as understanding evolves - Recheck : Mark steps that need re-examination with new info","default_branch":null,"files":null,"tree":[],"storefront":"/r/olaservo","claimed":false,"request_supported":{"post":"https://gitbuyer.com/r/olaservo/shannon-thinking/request-supported","requests":0},"note":"indexed from public GitHub; nothing is for sale on this page. Clone it from GitHub. Paid listings live at /search."}