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Docker MCP Server

by braveTony44

This Docker MCP server automates Docker operations through AI agents using the Model Context Protocol. It provides tools for managing containers, monitoring deployments, and orchestrating workflows using natural language commands.

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What is Docker MCP Server?

The Docker MCP Server is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to automate Docker container management using AI agents. It allows users to control and monitor their Docker containers through natural language commands, integrating seamlessly with Docker via Dockerode.

How to use Docker MCP Server?

To use the server, clone the repository, install dependencies with npm install, and run the server with node index.js. Configure the Docker connection in config/docker.config.js by setting the socketPath. Add the server to your MCP configuration to enable integration with other MCP tools and AI Agents.

Key features of Docker MCP Server

  • AI-powered container lifecycle management

  • Real-time status monitoring dashboard

  • Seamless Docker API integration via Dockerode

  • Extensible MCP tool ecosystem

  • JSON schema validation with Zod

Use cases of Docker MCP Server

  • Automating container creation from images

  • Retrieving detailed container information

  • Checking real-time container status

  • Controlling container states (start, pause, kill)

  • AI Agent Container Orchestration

FAQ from Docker MCP Server

What is Dockerode?

Dockerode is a Node.js library that allows interaction with the Docker API.

What is MCP?

MCP refers to Model Context Protocol, a protocol used for context management and communication between AI agents and tools.

How do I configure the Docker socket path?

Set the socketPath in the config/docker.config.js file to the location of your Docker socket (e.g., /var/run/docker.sock).

What are the dependencies?

The server depends on @modelcontextprotocol/sdk Dockerode, and Zod.

Where can I find more information about MCP?

You can find more information about MCP at https://modelcontextprotocol.dev