Content Plan Builder
FreeNot checkedAn MCP server that uses AI to generate structured Asana project plans from diverse sources like text, PDFs, and meeting transcripts. It enables users to preview
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An MCP server that uses AI to generate structured Asana project plans from diverse sources like text, PDFs, and meeting transcripts. It enables users to preview, generate, and directly sync detailed task lists, subtasks, and dependencies into Asana.
README
An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that generates comprehensive Asana project plans from arbitrary content — text, PDFs, DOCX files, meeting transcripts, or any combination.
Features
- Multi-format Input: Accepts text, PDF, DOCX, TXT, MD, HTML, CSV, and JSON files
- AI-Powered Generation: Uses Claude to create detailed project plans with:
- 5 top-level tasks with 5-10 subtasks each
- Realistic time estimates
- Role-based assignments
- Task dependencies
- SMART goals
- Key data points and metrics
- Asana Integration: Optionally create projects directly in Asana
- Flexible Output: Detailed structured format or compact array format
Installation
# Clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/content-plan-builder.git
cd content-plan-builder
# Install dependencies
npm install
# Build
npm run build
Configuration
Environment Variables
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
ANTHROPIC_API_KEY |
Yes | Anthropic API key for Claude |
MCP Registration
Add to your ~/.mcp.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"content-plan-builder": {
"command": "node",
"args": ["/path/to/content-plan-builder/dist/index.js"],
"env": {
"ANTHROPIC_API_KEY": "your-api-key"
}
}
}
}
For Claude Desktop, add to ~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"content-plan-builder": {
"command": "node",
"args": ["/path/to/content-plan-builder/dist/index.js"],
"env": {
"ANTHROPIC_API_KEY": "your-api-key"
}
}
}
}
Usage
Tool: plan_from_content
Operations
| Operation | Description |
|---|---|
generate |
Create a project plan from inputs |
preview |
Preview plan without saving |
create |
Generate plan and create in Asana |
Parameters
| Parameter | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
operation |
string | generate, preview, or create |
inputs |
array | Array of input objects |
knowledgeBaseContext |
string | Additional context to include |
projectName |
string | Name for the generated project |
creativity |
string | conservative, balanced, or expansive |
outputFormat |
string | detailed, compact, or both |
asanaAccessToken |
string | Asana PAT (for create operation) |
asanaTeamGid |
string | Team GID for new project |
targetProjectGid |
string | Add to existing project |
Input Types
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
text |
Raw text content |
file |
File path to PDF, DOCX, TXT, MD, HTML, CSV, or JSON |
transcript |
Meeting transcript text |
meeting_notes |
Meeting notes text |
Examples
Generate plan from text
{
"operation": "generate",
"inputs": [
{
"type": "text",
"content": "We need to build a new customer portal with user authentication, a dashboard showing order history, and the ability to track shipments..."
}
],
"projectName": "Customer Portal Development"
}
Generate from file
{
"operation": "generate",
"inputs": [
{
"type": "file",
"content": "/path/to/requirements.pdf"
}
],
"creativity": "expansive"
}
Combine multiple inputs
{
"operation": "generate",
"inputs": [
{
"type": "transcript",
"content": "Meeting transcript from kickoff call..."
},
{
"type": "file",
"content": "/path/to/scope-document.docx"
}
],
"knowledgeBaseContext": "This project is part of the Q2 digital transformation initiative...",
"projectName": "Digital Transformation - Phase 1"
}
Create in Asana
{
"operation": "create",
"inputs": [
{
"type": "transcript",
"content": "Sprint planning meeting transcript..."
}
],
"projectName": "Sprint 14 Tasks",
"asanaAccessToken": "your-asana-pat",
"asanaTeamGid": "1234567890"
}
Output Formats
Detailed Format
Full structured plan with all metadata:
{
"projectGoal": "Build a customer-facing portal that enables...",
"topLevelTasks": [
{
"name": "User Authentication System",
"description": "Implement secure authentication...",
"assignedTo": "Senior Developer",
"estimate": "2 weeks",
"blockedBy": "N/A",
"subtasks": [...]
}
],
"keyDataPoints": ["500 concurrent users expected", ...],
"keywordsAndPhrases": ["customer portal", "authentication", ...],
"questionsAndExercises": ["What is the expected user growth rate?", ...],
"smartGoals": ["Reduce customer support tickets by 30% within 3 months", ...],
"additionalMaterials": ["UX design guidelines", ...]
}
Compact Format
Array of all subtasks for easy import:
[
{
"index": 1,
"Parent-task": "User Authentication System",
"Sub-Task": "Design authentication flow",
"Task Description": "Create detailed flow diagrams...",
"Assignee": "UX Designer",
"Estimated Time": "3 days",
"Dependencies": "N/A"
}
]
Creativity Levels
| Level | Description |
|---|---|
conservative |
Stick closely to what is explicitly mentioned in the content |
balanced |
Include tasks that are mentioned or strongly implied (default) |
expansive |
Infer additional tasks for testing, documentation, deployment, etc. |
Development
# Run in development mode
npm run dev
# Build
npm run build
# Start production server
npm start
License
MIT
Installing Content Plan Builder
This server has no published package — it is built from source. Open the repository and follow its README.
▸ github.com/smcdonnell7/content-plan-builderFAQ
Is Content Plan Builder MCP free?
Yes, Content Plan Builder MCP is free — one-click install via Unyly at no cost.
Does Content Plan Builder need an API key?
No, Content Plan Builder runs without API keys or environment variables.
Is Content Plan Builder hosted or self-hosted?
Self-hosted: the server runs locally on your machine via the install command above.
How do I install Content Plan Builder in Claude Desktop, Claude Code or Cursor?
Open Content Plan Builder on unyly.org, pick your client tab (Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor) and press Install — the config is generated automatically, no JSON editing.
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