CrowdTangle MCP Server for AutoGen 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Microsoft AutoGen enables multi-agent conversations where agents negotiate, delegate, and execute tasks collaboratively. Add CrowdTangle as an MCP tool provider through Vinkius and every agent in the group can access live data and take action.
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import asyncio
from autogen_agentchat.agents import AssistantAgent
from autogen_ext.tools.mcp import McpWorkbench
async def main():
# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
async with McpWorkbench(
server_params={"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"},
transport="streamable_http",
) as workbench:
tools = await workbench.list_tools()
agent = AssistantAgent(
name="crowdtangle_agent",
tools=tools,
system_message=(
"You help users with CrowdTangle. "
"10 tools available."
),
)
print(f"Agent ready with {len(tools)} tools")
asyncio.run(main())
* Every MCP server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS - a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts optimized for native MCP execution. See our infrastructure
About CrowdTangle MCP Server
Integrate CrowdTangle, the public insights tool from Meta, directly into your AI workflow. Monitor social media trends, track how links are being shared across platforms, and identify high-performing content using natural language.
AutoGen enables multi-agent conversations where agents negotiate, delegate, and collaboratively use CrowdTangle tools. Connect 10 tools through Vinkius and assign role-based access. a data analyst queries while a reviewer validates, with optional human-in-the-loop approval for sensitive operations.
What you can do
- Post Monitoring — List and search for recent public posts on Facebook, Instagram, and other supported platforms.
- Viral Discovery — Identify overperforming and viral content based on actual vs. expected interaction.
- Link Tracking — See which public accounts and pages have shared specific URLs.
- Leaderboards & Lists — Monitor account leaderboards and manage your custom tracking lists.
The CrowdTangle MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to AutoGen in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect CrowdTangle to AutoGen via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the CrowdTangle MCP Server with AutoGen.
Install AutoGen
Run pip install "autogen-ext[mcp]"
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token
Integrate into workflow
Use the agent in your AutoGen multi-agent orchestration
Explore tools
The workbench discovers 10 tools from CrowdTangle automatically
Why Use AutoGen with the CrowdTangle MCP Server
AutoGen provides unique advantages when paired with CrowdTangle through the Model Context Protocol.
Multi-agent conversations: multiple AutoGen agents discuss, delegate, and collaboratively use CrowdTangle tools to solve complex tasks
Role-based architecture lets you assign CrowdTangle tool access to specific agents. a data analyst queries while a reviewer validates
Human-in-the-loop support: agents can pause for human approval before executing sensitive CrowdTangle tool calls
Code execution sandbox: AutoGen agents can write and run code that processes CrowdTangle tool responses in an isolated environment
CrowdTangle + AutoGen Use Cases
Practical scenarios where AutoGen combined with the CrowdTangle MCP Server delivers measurable value.
Collaborative analysis: one agent queries CrowdTangle while another validates results and a third generates the final report
Automated review pipelines: a researcher agent fetches data from CrowdTangle, a critic agent evaluates quality, and a writer produces the output
Interactive planning: agents negotiate task allocation using CrowdTangle data to make informed decisions about resource distribution
Code generation with live data: an AutoGen coder agent writes scripts that process CrowdTangle responses in a sandboxed execution environment
CrowdTangle MCP Tools for AutoGen (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect CrowdTangle to AutoGen via MCP:
get_account_details
Touches dashboard settings, API rate limits, and workspace configuration boundaries. Retrieve metadata for your CrowdTangle account
get_account_leaderboard
Resolves account rankings, total interactions, and average engagement rates. Get engagement leaderboard for accounts in your lists
get_link_shares
Resolves which tracked accounts shared the link, their follower counts, and total interactions generated per share. See which accounts have shared a specific URL
get_post_details
Touches reaction breakdowns, share history, and platform-specific metadata boundaries. Get full engagement details for a specific post ID
get_top_performing_posts
Resolves "score" metrics (actual vs expected interactions) and associated social media metadata. Get the highest performing posts based on actual vs. expected interaction
list_media_posts
Resolves media URLs, content types (Photo, Video), and associated post captions. List recent posts that contain photos or videos
list_monitored_lists
Resolves list IDs, names, platform affiliations, and the number of accounts within each list. List all account lists you are tracking
list_recent_posts
Resolves post content, platform identifiers (Facebook, Instagram, etc.), account names, and engagement metrics (likes, shares, comments). List recent social media posts tracked by CrowdTangle
search_posts_by_keyword
Resolves relevant posts, associated accounts, and comparative performance data. Search for posts across platforms using a keyword
search_tracking_lists
Resolves list metadata matching the specified title filter. Search for specific tracking lists by title
Example Prompts for CrowdTangle in AutoGen
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your AutoGen agent to start working with CrowdTangle immediately.
"Search for recent viral posts about 'Electric Vehicles' on Instagram."
"Who has shared the link 'https://vinkius.com/blog/mcp-server' recently?"
"Show me the engagement leaderboard for my 'Competitors' list."
Troubleshooting CrowdTangle MCP Server with AutoGen
Common issues when connecting CrowdTangle to AutoGen through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
McpWorkbench not found
pip install "autogen-ext[mcp]"CrowdTangle + AutoGen FAQ
Common questions about integrating CrowdTangle MCP Server with AutoGen.
How does AutoGen connect to MCP servers?
Can different agents have different MCP tool access?
Does AutoGen support human approval for tool calls?
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Microsoft's framework for multi-agent collaborative conversations.
Connect CrowdTangle to AutoGen
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.