mcp-server-bash
by antonum
Minimalistic MCP server written in shell script. It implements the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for interacting with tools, such as adding two numbers.
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What is mcp-server-bash?
This is a minimalistic MCP (Model Context Protocol) server implemented in bash script. It allows LLMs to call external tools through a standardized interface.
How to use mcp-server-bash?
The server can be tested directly from the command line using echo and bash mcp_add.sh. It can also be integrated with LLM hosts like mcphost by providing a JSON configuration file that specifies the command to execute the script. The script needs execute permissions (chmod +x mcp_add.sh).
Key features of mcp-server-bash
Implements MCP protocol
Simple bash script implementation
Supports tool listing and calling
Easy to integrate with LLM hosts
Example tool for adding two numbers
Use cases of mcp-server-bash
Enabling LLMs to perform mathematical calculations
Integrating external tools with LLMs
Creating custom tool calling interfaces for LLMs
Testing and experimenting with MCP
Extending LLM capabilities with custom functions
FAQ from mcp-server-bash
What is MCP?
What is MCP?
MCP stands for Model Context Protocol, a standard for LLMs to interact with external tools.
What is mcphost?
What is mcphost?
mcphost is a tool that allows you to host LLMs and integrate them with MCP servers.
How do I test the server?
How do I test the server?
You can test the server from the command line using echo and bash mcp_add.sh.
What tools are supported?
What tools are supported?
The example implements an 'addition' tool. You can extend the script to support other tools.
What is the purpose of the JSON configuration file?
What is the purpose of the JSON configuration file?
The JSON configuration file is used by LLM hosts like mcphost to configure the MCP server and specify the command to execute the script.