aspire-mcp-inspector

Attach MCP Inspector to a .NET Aspire AppHost for debugging MCP traffic.

1|1|Updated Feb 26, 2026

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One-click install

npx skills add https://github.com/JerryNixon/vslive-2026-las-demos --skill aspire-mcp-inspector

Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼

Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: aspire-mcp-inspector
Source: https://github.com/JerryNixon/vslive-2026-las-demos/tree/main/.github/skills/aspire-mcp-inspector
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/JerryNixon/vslive-2026-las-demos --skill aspire-mcp-inspector

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Add MCP Inspector to a .NET Aspire AppHost for debugging MCP servers like Data API Builder. Use when asked to inspect MCP traffic, debug MCP connections, or add MCP Inspector to Aspire.

Core Features & Use Cases

Attach the MCP Inspector to an Aspire MCP server so it auto-starts and appears in the dashboard for convenient in-app debugging.
Run in local development with DANGEROUSLY_OMIT_AUTH to remove token prompts, simplifying testing.
Prepare for Azure deployment with guidance and compatibility notes (see azure-mcp-inspector) to handle deployment proxies and origin issues.

Quick Start

Add the MCP Inspector to your Aspire AppHost and start the MCP server to begin debugging MCP traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions about aspire-mcp-inspector

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I debug MCP traffic in a .NET Aspire AppHost?▼

To debug MCP traffic in a .NET Aspire AppHost, attach the MCP Inspector to your Aspire-managed MCP server so it auto-starts and appears in the dashboard for in-app observation and tracing.

Can I use MCP Inspector with local development to avoid token prompts?▼

Yes, you can use MCP Inspector with local development by enabling the DANGEROUSLY_OMIT_AUTH setting to remove token prompts, which simplifies testing for MCP connections.

Does MCP Inspector support debugging MCP servers deployed to Azure?▼

MCP Inspector supports Azure deployments by providing guidance and compatibility notes to handle deployment proxies and origin issues when debugging MCP servers in the cloud.

When should I attach an inspector to an Aspire-managed MCP server?▼

You should attach an inspector to an Aspire-managed MCP server when you need to observe, debug, or trace MCP communications for services like Data API Builder during local development.