list_technologies
Browse the complete catalog of 32 technologies across 8 categories (frontend, backend, meta-framework, database, orm, auth, hosting, payments). Each technology has deterministic scores across 6 dimensions. Use this to discover valid technology IDs before using analyze_tech or compare_techs. Data version: 2.4.0
analyze_tech
Get a comprehensive analysis of any technology with scores across 6 dimensions: performance (perf), developer experience (dx), ecosystem maturity, maintainability (maintain), cost efficiency, and compliance/security. Returns overall grade (A+ to C-), identified strengths and weaknesses. All scores are deterministic - no LLM hallucinations.
compare_techs
Compare 2-4 technologies side-by-side with per-dimension score breakdown, overall rankings with grades, and a compatibility matrix showing how well technologies work together. Perfect for making informed technology decisions. Example: compare ["nextjs", "sveltekit", "remix"] to find the best meta-framework for your project.
recommend_stack_demo
Get a complete tech stack recommendation for your project type. Returns the highest-scored technology for each category (frontend, backend, meta-framework, database, ORM, auth, hosting, payments) based on deterministic scoring algorithms. FREE demo with 1 request per day limit. For unlimited access with custom priorities and constraints, upgrade to Pro at stacksfinder.com.
check_mcp_compatibility
Check compatibility between MCP servers. Detects conflicts (e.g., two database providers), redundancies (e.g., two ORMs), and synergies (e.g., GitHub + Vercel). Returns a health score (0-100) with grade (A/B/C/D) and detailed breakdown.
get_workflow_guide
Intelligent workflow guide that recommends the next tool to use based on your goal and context.
**Tier**: Free (no API key required)
**When to use**:
- You're unsure which StacksFinder tool to call next
- You want to understand the recommended workflow for your goal
- You need help navigating Pro vs Free features
**Supported Goals**:
- discover: Explore available technologies
- setup_api_key: Get Pro features access
- get_recommendation: Get a stack recommendation
- audit_project: Audit technical debt
- migrate_stack: Get migration recommendations
- install_mcp: Set up MCP in your IDE
- compare_techs: Compare technologies side-by-side
- create_blueprint: Create and save a blueprint
**Example**: get_workflow_guide({ current_goal: "audit_project", user_tier: "free" })
recommend_stack
Get a full tech stack recommendation with custom priorities and constraints. Unlike the demo version, this uses the complete scoring engine with weight adjustments. Requires Pro account.
get_blueprint
Fetch an existing blueprint by ID. Blueprints are generated via the StacksFinder web UI or create_blueprint tool. Returns the full tech stack recommendation with narratives.
list_blueprints
List your saved blueprints. Returns up to 50 most recent blueprints with their IDs, project names, and creation dates.
get_audit
Fetch an existing tech debt audit report by ID. Returns findings with severity (critical/high/medium/low/info) and actionable suggestions.
list_audits
List your tech debt audit reports. Shows name, status, health score, and creation date.
get_audit_quota
Check your remaining audit quota for this month. Shows used/limit and reset date.
create_blueprint
Create a new tech stack blueprint for a project. The blueprint generation is asynchronous. Returns job ID to poll for completion.
create_audit
Create a technical debt audit for a list of technologies. Analyzes for deprecated packages, security vulnerabilities, EOL versions.
compare_audits
Compare two audit reports to track technical debt trends over time. Shows new issues, resolved issues, and health score change.
get_migration_recommendation
Analyze an audit report for migration opportunities. Returns recommended replacements, migration roadmap, and risk assessment.
generate_mcp_kit
Generate a complete project kit with optimal tech stack and MCP recommendations based on project description.
analyze_repo_mcps
Analyze repository to detect tech stack and recommend relevant MCP servers. Note: This tool works best with local CLI, not via ChatGPT.
prepare_mcp_installation
Generate a .env-mcp configuration file for MCP server installation. Note: This tool works best with local CLI.
execute_mcp_installation
Read .env-mcp and generate installation commands for MCPs. Note: This tool works best with local CLI.
estimate_project
Estimate scope, pricing, and analyze market for a software project. Returns hour breakdown, price ranges, and risk assessment.
get_estimate_quota
Check your remaining estimate quota for this week and month.
setup_api_key
Create an API key for your StacksFinder account. For ChatGPT OAuth users: pass any value for email/password (e.g., "
[email protected]" / "oauth") - they are ignored when OAuth is active. Requires Pro or Team tier.
list_api_keys
List your StacksFinder API keys.
revoke_api_key
Revoke an API key. This action cannot be undone.
create_api_key
Create a new API key for your StacksFinder account. Uses OAuth authentication automatically - no email/password required. Requires Pro or Team tier.