OrbStack
Allows AI assistants to manage Docker containers, Linux virtual machines, and Kubernetes clusters through OrbStack on macOS. It provides tools for system status, machine life cycle management, and container operations via CLI command encapsulation.
What is OrbStack?
OrbStack is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to allows ai assistants to manage docker containers, linux virtual machines, and kubernetes clusters through orbstack on macos. it provides tools for system status, machine life cycle management, and con...
Allows AI assistants to manage Docker containers, Linux virtual machines, and Kubernetes clusters through OrbStack on macOS. It provides tools for system status, machine life cycle management, and container operations via CLI command encapsulation.
This server falls under the Cloud Services category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- Allows AI assistants to manage Docker containers, Linux virt
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx orbstack-mcp-serverConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
Frequently Asked Questions about OrbStack
What is OrbStack?
OrbStack is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows ai assistants to manage docker containers, linux virtual machines, and kubernetes clusters through orbstack on macos. it provides tools for system status, machine life cycle management, and container operations via cli command encapsulation. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install OrbStack?
Follow the installation instructions on the OrbStack GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with OrbStack?
OrbStack works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is OrbStack free to use?
Yes, OrbStack is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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