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mcp-gateway

Run and manage AI tool servers securely in Docker containers

Runs Model Context Protocol servers as isolated Docker containers behind a single secure gateway. Manages server catalogs, profiles, secrets, and OAuth flows without exposing credentials in environment variables. Connects AI clients like VS Code, Cursor, and Claude Desktop to one consistent gateway configuration. Adds OpenTelemetry instrumentation to new gateway features following project standards.
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npx skills add docker/mcp-gateway --all -g -y
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Gives the AI agent an architectural map of the gateway codebase plus the build, test, and lint commands it should use when modifying or extending the project.

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OpenTelemetry Instrumentation Extension

Automates OpenTelemetry instrumentation for new MCP Gateway operations using the defer pattern.

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How to install mcp-gateway?▼

Run `npx skills add docker/mcp-gateway --all -g -y` in your terminal to install all tools in this suite globally.

What is the Docker MCP Gateway?▼

It is a Docker CLI plugin that runs MCP servers as isolated containers and routes AI client requests to them through one secure gateway.

How does it keep API keys and secrets safe?▼

It stores credentials in Docker Desktop's secrets management and handles OAuth flows, so secrets never appear in environment variables.

Which AI clients work with the MCP Gateway?▼

It connects to VS Code, Cursor, Claude Desktop, Continue Dev, and any custom MCP-compatible client through a single shared configuration.

Do I need coding experience to use it?▼

No. You manage servers, profiles, and tools with simple `docker mcp` commands, and Docker Desktop includes the plugin by default.

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