MCP Tool
A TypeScript prototype for an MCP-style registry providing local utility tools for shell command execution, filesystem access, and search functionality. It features Zod input validation and project manifest resource exposure for embedding into larger
What is MCP Tool?
MCP Tool is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to typescript prototype for an mcp-style registry providing local utility tools for shell command execution, filesystem access, and search functionality. it features zod input validation and project mani...
A TypeScript prototype for an MCP-style registry providing local utility tools for shell command execution, filesystem access, and search functionality. It features Zod input validation and project manifest resource exposure for embedding into larger
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- A TypeScript prototype for an MCP-style registry providing l
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Installation
Manual Installation
npx mcp-toolConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use MCP Tool
MCP Tool Server is a TypeScript prototype that implements an MCP-style local tool registry providing shell command execution, filesystem access (file reads and directory tree traversal), and grep/ripgrep text search capabilities. It uses Zod for strict input validation on all tool calls and exposes a project manifest as an MCP resource, making it straightforward to embed into larger AI agent pipelines that need controlled local system access. The project is designed as a clean registry layer reference implementation rather than a full production server.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18+ and npm installed
- ripgrep (rg) installed for search functionality
- An MCP-compatible client such as Claude Desktop or Cursor
- Basic familiarity with TypeScript build toolchains
Clone the repository
Clone the mcp-tool-server repository from GitHub.
git clone https://github.com/devjason41/mcp-tool-server.git
cd mcp-tool-serverInstall dependencies
Install all npm dependencies required to build and run the server.
npm installBuild the TypeScript source
Compile the TypeScript source to JavaScript before running the server.
npm run buildRun the test suite
Verify the installation is working correctly by running the included tests.
npm testConfigure your MCP client
Add the server to your MCP client configuration. The server runs as a local stdio process launched from the build output directory.
MCP Tool Examples
Client configuration
Add mcp-tool-server to Claude Desktop by pointing to the compiled entry point after running 'npm run build'.
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-tool": {
"command": "node",
"args": ["/path/to/mcp-tool-server/dist/index.js"]
}
}
}Prompts to try
Use the server's local utility tools through your AI assistant.
- "Run 'ls -la' in the /tmp directory and show me the results."
- "Read the contents of /path/to/my/file.txt"
- "Search for all occurrences of 'TODO' in the src directory."
- "Show me the directory tree for the current project."
- "What files are in the project manifest resource?"Troubleshooting MCP Tool
Build fails with TypeScript compilation errors
Ensure you are using Node.js 18+ and have run 'npm install' before 'npm run build'. Check that all peer dependencies resolved correctly in node_modules.
Search tool fails or returns no results
The grep/search tool relies on ripgrep (rg) being available in PATH. Install it with 'brew install ripgrep' on macOS or 'apt-get install ripgrep' on Linux.
Shell command execution is blocked or returns permission errors
The server executes commands with the same permissions as the process running it. Ensure the Node.js process has appropriate filesystem and execution permissions for the directories you are targeting.
Frequently Asked Questions about MCP Tool
What is MCP Tool?
MCP Tool is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that typescript prototype for an mcp-style registry providing local utility tools for shell command execution, filesystem access, and search functionality. it features zod input validation and project manifest resource exposure for embedding into larger It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install MCP Tool?
Follow the installation instructions on the MCP Tool GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with MCP Tool?
MCP Tool works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is MCP Tool free to use?
Yes, MCP Tool is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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