How to connect a Strava MCP to Cursor (4 steps)

Merge offers an integration platform that facilitates the connection of various tools, such as Strava, to Cursor through the Merge Agent Handler and CLI, streamlining the process of accessing API data without leaving the development environment. This setup involves installing the Merge CLI, authenticating accounts, and executing setup commands, which ensures that OAuth tokens are managed centrally, preventing the need to handle credentials locally. By connecting Strava to Cursor, developers can seamlessly query real-time activity data while coding, aiding in the development of features such as training analytics, route analysis, and equipment tracking. The platform's design emphasizes secure and efficient handling of multiple user credentials, relieving developers from maintaining self-hosted solutions, and providing a more scalable approach to managing integrations. Additionally, Merge's blog, managed by Jon Gitlin, provides insights and updates about the platform and its applications, enhancing developers' understanding of the integration and automation landscape.