Luke Desktop

by DrJonBrock

Software Application/Desktop Tauri React TypeScript Claude Desktop App

Luke Desktop is a Claude Desktop alternative with MCP server support. It's built with Tauri, React, and TypeScript for optimal performance and cross-platform compatibility.

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Last updated: 2024-12-08

What is Luke Desktop?

Luke Desktop is a desktop application designed as an alternative to the Claude Desktop client. It integrates the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for seamless communication with Claude and other compatible AI models. It's built using modern web technologies like Tauri, React, and TypeScript, ensuring performance and cross-platform support.

How to use Luke Desktop?

To use Luke Desktop, first clone the repository, install the necessary dependencies (Node.js, Rust, Cargo), and then run the development server using npm run tauri dev. For production builds, refer to the Build Guide in the documentation.

Key features of Luke Desktop

Built with Tauri 2.x for optimal performance
Modern React with TypeScript
Model Context Protocol (MCP) server integration
Enhanced security features
Advanced file management
Tailwind CSS for styling
Plugin support
Cross-platform support

Use cases of Luke Desktop

Interacting with Claude AI models locally
Developing and testing AI applications using MCP
Securely managing and processing AI model data
Creating custom desktop interfaces for AI models

FAQ from Luke Desktop

What is MCP?

MCP stands for Model Context Protocol, a standard for communicating with AI models.

What are the prerequisites for running Luke Desktop?

You need Node.js v22.11.0+, Rust v1.83.0+, and Cargo v1.83.0+ installed.

How do I build Luke Desktop for production?

Refer to the Build Guide (docs/BUILD.md) for detailed instructions.

Where can I find the API documentation?

The API documentation is located in docs/API.md.

How can I contribute to Luke Desktop?

Please read the Contributing Guide (CONTRIBUTING.md) for details on contributing.