MCPXcode
by everettjf
MCPXcode is an open-source implementation of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for Xcode, enabling seamless integration between Xcode and AI assistants. It provides a structured protocol for context exchange and tool execution within the Xcode environment.
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What is MCPXcode?
MCPXcode is a bridge between Xcode and AI tools, implementing the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to enhance developer workflows through contextual understanding and programmable interactions. It wraps command-line tools like xcrun
and xctrace
and uses macOS accessibility features to enable AI-assisted automation of Xcode operations.
How to use MCPXcode?
To use MCPXcode, first install uv, clone the repository, activate the virtual environment, and add the 'mcp[cli]' package. Then, configure the mcpServers
section in your configuration file, specifying the path to your MCPXcode directory and the command to run the main.py
script. Example configuration is provided in the README.
Key features of MCPXcode
Context-aware interfaces for common xcrun commands
Structured output formatting for AI consumption
Context-enhanced profiling and tracing for iOS/macOS applications
Context-aware UI interactions within Xcode (Planned)
Full MCP specification compliance over HTTP (Planned)
Use cases of MCPXcode
AI-assisted code completion and refactoring
Automated testing and debugging
Performance analysis and optimization
Integration with AI-powered CI/CD pipelines
FAQ from MCPXcode
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a standardized protocol for exchanging context and executing tools between development environments and AI assistants.
What tools does MCPXcode currently integrate with?
What tools does MCPXcode currently integrate with?
MCPXcode currently integrates with xcrun
and xctrace
tools, providing context-aware interfaces and structured output.
What are the planned extensions for MCPXcode?
What are the planned extensions for MCPXcode?
Planned extensions include accessibility tool extensions for UI interactions, an MCP HTTP server, and MCP client libraries for various languages.
How can I contribute to MCPXcode?
How can I contribute to MCPXcode?
Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.
What is the license for MCPXcode?
What is the license for MCPXcode?
This project is licensed under the MIT License.