mcp-builder
by XD3an
mcp-builder is a Python-based MCP server designed to install and configure other MCP servers. It provides a user-friendly and cross-platform way to manage MCP server installations.
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What is mcp-builder?
mcp-builder is a tool that simplifies the installation and configuration of MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers. It supports installing servers from various sources like PyPI, npm, and local directories, and integrates with clients like Claude Desktop.
How to use mcp-builder?
To use mcp-builder, install it from source using pip. Then, run it directly using the mcpbuilder command or as a Python module. For integration with Claude Desktop, add the server configuration to the claude_desktop_config.json file.
Key features of mcp-builder
Package Repository Installation
Local Installation
Configuration Management
Automatic Detection (Node.js or Python)
Cross-Platform Support
Use cases of mcp-builder
Installing MCP servers for Claude Desktop
Managing MCP server configurations
Setting up MCP servers from local repositories
Automating MCP server installation processes
FAQ from mcp-builder
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
MCP stands for Model Context Protocol. It's a protocol for communication and interaction between different software components.
What MCP clients are supported?
What MCP clients are supported?
Currently, the primary supported client is Claude Desktop.
What server types are supported?
What server types are supported?
mcp-builder supports Node.js and Python-based MCP servers.
How do I install mcp-builder?
How do I install mcp-builder?
You can install it from source using git clone and pip install -e ..
How do I integrate mcp-builder with Claude Desktop?
How do I integrate mcp-builder with Claude Desktop?
Add the server configuration to the claude_desktop_config.json file, specifying the command and arguments to run the server.