MCP PowerShell Exec Server
by dfinke
MCP PowerShell Exec Server is a lightweight server that accepts PowerShell scripts as strings, executes them, and returns the output. It enables AI assistants to understand and work with PowerShell.
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MCP PowerShell Exec Server
Overview
MCP PowerShell Exec Server is a lightweight server that accepts PowerShell scripts as strings, executes them, and returns the output. Enabling AI assistants to understand and work with PowerShell.
Features
- Accepts PowerShell scripts via string input
- Executes scripts securely in an MCP Server environment
- Returns execution results in real-time
Installation
Clone the repository and set up the server:
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/mcp-powershell-exec.git
cd mcp-powershell-exec
In Action
Watch the video to see MCP PowerShell Exec Server in action:
<a href="https://youtu.be/XmYaCJ0bNsE"><img src="https://img.youtube.com/vi/XmYaCJ0bNsE/0.jpg" width="600"/></a>
Usage
Integration with GitHub Copilot in VSCode Insiders
To use this MCP server with GitHub Copilot in VSCode Insiders, follow these steps:
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Install VSCode Insiders
- Download and install the latest version of VSCode Insiders
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Install GitHub Copilot Extension
- Open VSCode Insiders
- Go to the Extensions marketplace
- Search for and install "GitHub Copilot"
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Configure MCP Server
- Open .vscode/mcp.json
{ "servers": { "powershell-integration": { "command": "py", // Python executable "args": [ "drive:/yourpath/server.py" ], "env": {} } } }
Replace the path with the actual path to your
server.py
file. -
Enable Agent Mode
- Open Copilot chat in VSCode Insiders
- Click on "Copilot Edits"
- Choose "Agent mode"
- Click the refresh button in the chat input to load the available tools
System Requirements
- Python: Version 3.10 or higher (required for optimal performance)
- PowerShell: Version 5.1
License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.
Support
For issues and questions:
- Create an issue in this GitHub repository