Headless Code Editor MCP Server
by oakenai
A language-agnostic headless code editor leveraging LSP for code intelligence and MCP for AI-assisted code manipulation. It provides a robust environment for code editing and analysis.
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What is Headless Code Editor MCP Server?
A headless code editor server that utilizes the Language Server Protocol (LSP) for code intelligence and the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for AI-assisted code manipulation. It allows for secure and session-based code editing with features like language support and format-preserving edits.
How to use Headless Code Editor MCP Server?
Install dependencies using npm install, build the project with npm run build, and start the server using node build/index.js /path/to/workspace. Interact with the server using MCP tools like start_session, edit_code, validate_code, and close_session through a client.
Key features of Headless Code Editor MCP Server
LSP integration for language intelligence
Secure file system operations with strict access controls
Session-based editing with state management
TypeScript/JavaScript language support with in-depth analysis
React component detection and manipulation
Format-preserving edit operations
Use cases of Headless Code Editor MCP Server
AI-assisted code manipulation
Remote code editing environments
Automated code analysis and refactoring
Integration with CI/CD pipelines
FAQ from Headless Code Editor MCP Server
What is LSP?
What is LSP?
The Language Server Protocol (LSP) is a protocol used between development tools and language servers that provide language features like auto complete, go to definition, find all references etc.
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is used for AI-assisted code manipulation.
What languages are currently supported?
What languages are currently supported?
Currently, the server has basic support for TypeScript and JavaScript.
How do I contribute to the project?
How do I contribute to the project?
Fork the repository, create your feature branch, add tests, ensure all tests pass, and submit a pull request.
Where can I find more documentation?
Where can I find more documentation?
Documentation is available in the docs/ directory of the repository, covering architecture, LSP integration, framework integration, and more.