# API Design and Integration

## API Integration Strategy
**Approach:** Extend existing MCP server pattern with read-focused tools  
**Authentication:** Use existing Directus JWT authentication  
**Versioning:** Maintain backward compatibility with existing tools

## New MCP Tools

### Project Management APIs
- `mcp__directus__read-project-hierarchy` - Retrieve project structure
- `mcp__directus__read-task-dashboard` - Task overview with metrics
- `mcp__directus__query-project-analytics` - Project metrics

### Task Master Integration (Optional)
- `mcp__directus__sync-taskmaster-project` - Import Task Master data