LocalMcpServer
by DimonSmart
LocalMcpServer is a demonstration implementation of a server supporting the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It showcases the interaction between client and server using STDIO transport, providing tools that can be used by MCP clients.
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What is LocalMcpServer?
This is a demonstration implementation of an MCP server built with .NET 9.0. It provides a basic server setup that supports the Model Context Protocol, allowing language models to interact with external tools.
How to use LocalMcpServer?
To use this server, clone the repository, build the application using dotnet build, and run it with dotnet run. A compatible MCP client, such as OllamaChat, is needed to interact with the server.
Key features of LocalMcpServer
Basic MCP server implementation
STDIO for client communication
Sample
TimeToolthat returns the current server timeAutomatic tool discovery and registration
Use cases of LocalMcpServer
Demonstrating MCP server capabilities
Testing MCP client-server interactions
Integrating with local chat clients like OllamaChat
Providing tool-using capabilities to language models in a local environment
FAQ from LocalMcpServer
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a protocol designed to standardize communication between language models and external tools.
What is the purpose of this server?
What is the purpose of this server?
This server demonstrates how to create a simple MCP server and showcases the interaction between a client and server using STDIO transport.
What are the prerequisites for running this server?
What are the prerequisites for running this server?
You need .NET 9.0 SDK or higher and a compatible MCP client for testing, such as OllamaChat.
What tools are available in this server?
What tools are available in this server?
The server includes a TimeTool that returns the current server time and an InterfaceLookupService that extracts C# interface definitions from NuGet packages.
How can I integrate this server with OllamaChat?
How can I integrate this server with OllamaChat?
By connecting this MCP server to OllamaChat, you can demonstrate the capabilities of tool-using language models in a local environment. Follow the instructions provided in the OllamaChat documentation for integration.