Scarf
Native macOS and iOS App for the Hermes AI agent — multi-window, multi-server (local + remote over SSH). Chat, dashboard, sessions, memory, cron, MCP, and more.
What is Scarf?
Scarf is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to native macos and ios app for the hermes ai agent — multi-window, multi-server (local + remote over ssh). chat, dashboard, sessions, memory, cron, mcp, and more.
Native macOS and iOS App for the Hermes AI agent — multi-window, multi-server (local + remote over SSH). Chat, dashboard, sessions, memory, cron, MCP, and more.
This server falls under the Developer Tools category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- Native macOS and iOS App for the Hermes AI agent — multi-win
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
Manual Installation
npx scarfConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use Scarf
Scarf is a native macOS and iOS application for the Hermes AI agent, featuring multi-window support, multi-server connectivity, session management, and integrated MCP capabilities. Install it to run powerful AI agents on your Apple devices with local and remote server access through an elegant native interface.
Prerequisites
- macOS 12+ or iOS 15+ device
- Hermes AI agent configured (local or cloud instance)
- Optional: SSH access for remote server connectivity
- Apple Developer account (for building from source)
Download Scarf from App Store or GitHub
Install Scarf from the macOS/iOS App Store or build from source at github.com/awizemann/scarf.
Configure Hermes connection
Launch Scarf and connect to your Hermes AI agent instance. Provide the agent's URL and authentication credentials.
Add MCP servers
Configure which MCP servers Scarf should connect to. You can add multiple local and remote servers through the settings interface.
Set up remote access (optional)
If you want to connect to remote servers via SSH, configure SSH credentials in Scarf's settings.
Start using Scarf
Begin chatting with your Hermes agent through Scarf's native interface. Create sessions for different projects or tasks.
Scarf Examples
Scarf Configuration Example
Basic setup for Scarf with Hermes agent and local MCP servers
Server Type: Local
Hermes URL: http://localhost:3000
MCP Servers:
- file-system (local)
- git-integration (local)
- web-search (remote)Prompts to try
Example interactions with Hermes through Scarf
1. "Start a new session for my current project"
2. "Create a memory note about our discussion"
3. "Search the web for the latest Python async patterns"
4. "Access my remote server and check the deployment status"Troubleshooting Scarf
Scarf cannot connect to Hermes agent
Verify Hermes is running and accessible at the configured address. Check firewall settings and network connectivity.
MCP servers show as disconnected
Confirm MCP servers are running and configured correctly. Check Scarf logs for specific connection error messages.
Frequently Asked Questions about Scarf
What is Scarf?
Scarf is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that native macos and ios app for the hermes ai agent — multi-window, multi-server (local + remote over ssh). chat, dashboard, sessions, memory, cron, mcp, and more. It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Scarf?
Follow the installation instructions on the Scarf GitHub repository. Clone the repo, install dependencies, and add the server config to your AI client.
Which AI clients work with Scarf?
Scarf works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Scarf free to use?
Yes, Scarf is open source and available under the MIT license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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