LiteMCP
by wong2
LiteMCP is a TypeScript framework for building MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers elegantly. It provides simple tools for defining resources, prompts, and tools for LLM integration.
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What is LiteMCP?
LiteMCP is a TypeScript framework designed to simplify the creation of MCP servers. It offers built-in features for logging, error handling, CLI debugging, and SSE transport, enabling developers to easily expose executable functions, data resources, and prompt templates to clients and LLMs.
How to use LiteMCP?
Install LiteMCP using npm install litemcp zod
. Define tools, resources, and prompts using the provided methods (e.g., server.addTool
, server.addResource
, server.addPrompt
). Start the server using server.start()
. Test and debug with npx litemcp dev server.js
or inspect with MCP Inspector
using npx litemcp inspect server.js
.
Key features of LiteMCP
Simple Tool, Resource, Prompt definition
Full TypeScript support
Built-in logging
Built-in error handling
Built-in CLI for testing and debugging
Built-in support for SSE transport
Use cases of LiteMCP
Exposing executable functions to LLMs
Making data resources available to clients
Defining reusable prompt templates
Building integrations with LLMs and other services
FAQ from LiteMCP
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
MCP stands for Model Context Protocol. It's a protocol for enabling communication between LLMs and external tools and resources.
What is a Tool in LiteMCP?
What is a Tool in LiteMCP?
Tools in MCP allow servers to expose executable functions that can be invoked by clients and used by LLMs to perform actions.
What is a Resource in LiteMCP?
What is a Resource in LiteMCP?
Resources represent any kind of data that an MCP server wants to make available to clients, such as file contents, screenshots, or log files.
What is a Prompt in LiteMCP?
What is a Prompt in LiteMCP?
Prompts enable servers to define reusable prompt templates and workflows that clients can easily surface to users and LLMs.
How can I debug my LiteMCP server?
How can I debug my LiteMCP server?
You can use the mcp-cli
tool with the command npx litemcp dev server.js
or the MCP Inspector
with the command npx litemcp inspect server.js
.