Statistics Utilities

Calculate Mean

Computes the arithmetic mean of numerical datasets with precision handling for statistical analysis. Use via MCP in AI coding tools or REST API at GET /v1/stats/mean. Pass arrays like [1,2,3,4,5] to get 3.0 as output. Handles floating-point precision correctly unlike basic division operations that can introduce rounding errors.

API Endpoint

GET /v1/stats/mean

Code Examples

curl "https://tinyfn.io/v1/stats/mean" \
  -H "X-API-Key: YOUR_API_KEY"
const response = await fetch('https://tinyfn.io/v1/stats/mean', {
  headers: { 'X-API-Key': 'YOUR_API_KEY' }
});
const data = await response.json();
console.log(data);
import requests

response = requests.get('https://tinyfn.io/v1/stats/mean',
    headers={'X-API-Key': 'YOUR_API_KEY'})
data = response.json()
print(data)

Use via MCP

Add to your AI agent

Connect your AI agent (Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, etc.) to TinyFn's statistics tools:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "tinyfn-stats": {
      "url": "https://tinyfn.io/mcp/stats",
      "headers": {
        "X-API-Key": "YOUR_API_KEY"
      }
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

How do I calculate mean of a dataset using MCP in Cursor?

Call the mean function with your numerical array. The MCP tool handles the computation and returns the precise arithmetic average without floating-point precision issues.

What's the difference between this and just dividing sum by count?

This tool handles edge cases like empty arrays, maintains numerical precision, and provides consistent output formatting. Basic division can introduce floating-point errors.

Can I calculate mean for large datasets or just small arrays?

Works with datasets of any practical size. The tool efficiently processes large numerical arrays without memory constraints typical in client-side calculations.

Does the mean calculation handle negative numbers and decimals?

Yes, processes any numerical values including negatives, decimals, and scientific notation. Returns the mathematically correct arithmetic mean for mixed number types.

What happens if I pass an empty array to the mean function?

Returns appropriate error handling for edge cases like empty datasets. The tool validates input and provides meaningful error messages rather than undefined behavior.

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