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mcp-server-llmling

by phil65

mcp-server-llmling is a server for the Machine Chat Protocol (MCP) that provides a YAML-based configuration system for LLM applications. It allows to set up custom MCP servers serving content defined in YAML files.

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What is mcp-server-llmling?

mcp-server-llmling is a server built on the Machine Chat Protocol (MCP) that uses a YAML-based configuration system for LLM applications. It allows users to define their LLM's environment, including resources, prompts, and tools, in YAML files, enabling standardized LLM interaction.

How to use mcp-server-llmling?

The server can be used with Zed Editor, Claude Desktop, or manually from the command line. Configuration is done through YAML files that define resources, tools, toolsets, and prompts. The server can be started programmatically with Python, specifying custom transports like SSE.

Key features of mcp-server-llmling

  • Resource Management (text files, raw text, CLI output, Python code, images)

  • Tool System (Python functions, OpenAPI-based tools)

  • Prompt Management (static, dynamic, file-based prompts)

  • Multiple Transport Options (Stdio, SSE, custom implementations)

Use cases of mcp-server-llmling

  • Creating custom LLM environments without coding

  • Providing LLMs with access to structured data and tools

  • Building standardized LLM interactions using the MCP protocol

  • Integrating LLMs with editors like Zed and Claude Desktop

FAQ from mcp-server-llmling

What is LLMLing?

LLMLing is the backend that provides a YAML-based configuration system for LLM applications.

What is MCP?

MCP stands for Machine Chat Protocol, a standardized protocol for LLM interaction.

What types of resources can be managed?

Text files, raw text content, CLI command output, Python source code, Python callable results, and images.

How are tools defined?

Tools are defined as Python functions or OpenAPI specifications.

What transport options are available?

Stdio, Server-Sent Events (SSE), and custom transport implementations.