Context
Local MCP server that provides semantic search (RAG) over code repositories, enabling AI clients like Claude and Gemini to access project context without manual re-upload.
What is Context?
Context is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to local mcp server that provides semantic search (rag) over code repositories, enabling ai clients like claude and gemini to access project context without manual re-upload.
Local MCP server that provides semantic search (RAG) over code repositories, enabling AI clients like Claude and Gemini to access project context without manual re-upload.
This server falls under the Knowledge & Memory category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- Local MCP server that provides semantic search (RAG) over co
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
NPM
npx -y mcp-context-serverManual Installation
npx -y mcp-context-serverConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
Frequently Asked Questions about Context
What is Context?
Context is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that local mcp server that provides semantic search (rag) over code repositories, enabling ai clients like claude and gemini to access project context without manual re-upload. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Context?
Install via npm with the command: npx -y mcp-context-server. Then add the server configuration to your AI client's JSON config file (e.g., claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json).
Which AI clients work with Context?
Context works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Context free to use?
Yes, Context is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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