eBay Shopper MCP Server for Vercel AI SDK 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
The Vercel AI SDK is the TypeScript toolkit for building AI-powered applications. Connect eBay Shopper through Vinkius and every tool is available as a typed function. ready for React Server Components, API routes, or any Node.js backend.
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import { createMCPClient } from "@ai-sdk/mcp";
import { generateText } from "ai";
import { openai } from "@ai-sdk/openai";
async function main() {
const mcpClient = await createMCPClient({
transport: {
type: "http",
// Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
url: "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp",
},
});
try {
const tools = await mcpClient.tools();
const { text } = await generateText({
model: openai("gpt-4o"),
tools,
prompt: "Using eBay Shopper, list all available capabilities.",
});
console.log(text);
} finally {
await mcpClient.close();
}
}
main();
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About eBay Shopper MCP Server
Connect eBay Shopper to any AI agent via MCP.
How to Connect eBay Shopper to Vercel AI SDK via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the eBay Shopper MCP Server with Vercel AI SDK.
Install dependencies
Run npm install @ai-sdk/mcp ai @ai-sdk/openai
Replace the token
Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token
Run the script
Save to agent.ts and run with npx tsx agent.ts
Explore tools
The SDK discovers 10 tools from eBay Shopper and passes them to the LLM
Why Use Vercel AI SDK with the eBay Shopper MCP Server
Vercel AI SDK provides unique advantages when paired with eBay Shopper through the Model Context Protocol.
TypeScript-first: every MCP tool gets full type inference, IDE autocomplete, and compile-time error checking out of the box
Framework-agnostic core works with Next.js, Nuxt, SvelteKit, or any Node.js runtime. same eBay Shopper integration everywhere
Built-in streaming UI primitives let you display eBay Shopper tool results progressively in React, Svelte, or Vue components
Edge-compatible: the AI SDK runs on Vercel Edge Functions, Cloudflare Workers, and other edge runtimes for minimal latency
eBay Shopper + Vercel AI SDK Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Vercel AI SDK combined with the eBay Shopper MCP Server delivers measurable value.
AI-powered web apps: build dashboards that query eBay Shopper in real-time and stream results to the UI with zero loading states
API backends: create serverless endpoints that orchestrate eBay Shopper tools and return structured JSON responses to any frontend
Chatbots with tool use: embed eBay Shopper capabilities into conversational interfaces with streaming responses and tool call visibility
Internal tools: build admin panels where team members interact with eBay Shopper through natural language queries
eBay Shopper MCP Tools for Vercel AI SDK (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect eBay Shopper to Vercel AI SDK via MCP:
get_categories
Optional parentId filters to subcategories. Use this to discover available categories or navigate the eBay catalog structure. List eBay product categories and subcategories
get_item_compatibility
Essential for auto parts buyers to verify fitment before purchase. Get vehicle compatibility information for an auto parts listing
get_item_details
The itemId is obtained from search results. Use this to get complete product specs before purchasing or comparing. Get full details for a specific eBay item by its ID
get_item_rating
Use this for a quick quality assessment without reading individual reviews. Get aggregated rating summary for an eBay item
get_item_reviews
Returns rating (1-5), review text, reviewer name, and date. Use this to assess product quality and customer satisfaction before buying. Get customer reviews and ratings for a specific eBay item
get_merchant_item_details
Similar to get_item_details but with merchant-focused data. Use this for inventory research. Get item details from the merchant perspective
get_shipping_estimate
Use this to calculate total cost before buying. Get estimated shipping cost and delivery date for an item
search_by_category
g., Electronics, Fashion, Motors). Requires categoryId from get_categories endpoint. Useful for browsing specific sections of eBay. Search for items within a specific eBay category
search_by_image
Useful when you know what something looks like but not its name or model. Returns visually similar items with prices and details. Search eBay for visually similar items using an image URL
search_items
Returns a list of matching items with title, price, condition, image URL, and item ID. Use optional parameters: limit (max 10), offset (pagination), sort (BestMatch, price, etc.). Ideal for finding products, comparing prices, or discovering available inventory. Search for items on eBay by keyword, brand, or product name
Troubleshooting eBay Shopper MCP Server with Vercel AI SDK
Common issues when connecting eBay Shopper to Vercel AI SDK through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
createMCPClient is not a function
npm install @ai-sdk/mcpeBay Shopper + Vercel AI SDK FAQ
Common questions about integrating eBay Shopper MCP Server with Vercel AI SDK.
How does the Vercel AI SDK connect to MCP servers?
createMCPClient from @ai-sdk/mcp and pass the server URL. The SDK discovers all tools and provides typed TypeScript interfaces for each one.Can I use MCP tools in Edge Functions?
Does it support streaming tool results?
useChat and streamText that handle tool calls and display results progressively in the UI.Connect eBay Shopper with your favorite client
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Connect eBay Shopper to Vercel AI SDK
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.