MCP JS Server Template

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Development/Tools Claude Desktop JavaScript Server Template

A simplified template for creating Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers in JavaScript for integration with Claude Desktop. It provides a basic structure for developing custom MCP servers with minimal boilerplate code.

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What is MCP JS Server Template?

A JavaScript template for building Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers to integrate with Claude Desktop. It provides a foundation for creating custom tools and functionalities within the Claude environment.

How to use MCP JS Server Template?

Clone the repository, install the @modelcontextprotocol/sdk dependency, configure Claude Desktop to point to the server script, and then modify the template to implement custom tool handlers and functionalities.

Key features of MCP JS Server Template

Standard MCP server initialization
Basic 'about' and 'hello' tools
MCP protocol version 2024-11-05 compliance
Uses @modelcontextprotocol/sdk
Error handling and logging

Use cases of MCP JS Server Template

Creating custom tools for Claude Desktop
Extending Claude's functionality with custom integrations
Developing specialized workflows within Claude
Prototyping new features for Claude integration

FAQ from MCP JS Server Template

What is MCP?

MCP stands for Model Context Protocol, a protocol for communication between Claude Desktop and external servers.

What is Claude Desktop?

Claude Desktop is an application that allows users to interact with the Claude AI model.

What is the purpose of this template?

This template simplifies the process of creating MCP servers for Claude Desktop by providing a basic structure and minimal boilerplate code.

How do I add new tools to the server?

Modify the TOOLS array and implement custom tool handlers in server.fallbackRequestHandler.

What are the limitations of this template?

Minimal error handling, no advanced security features, and meant as a starting point for custom implementations.