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build-mcpb

Package local MCP servers with their runtime into a single file.

Updated May 30, 2026
Search Tags:#packaging#mcp server#mcpb#runtime bundling#local distribution
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jeffpecky/vortex --skill build-mcpb-jeffpecky
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Skill: build-mcpb
Source: https://github.com/jeffpecky/vortex/tree/main/src/vendor/official-plugins/marketplaces/claude-plugins-official/plugins/mcp-server-dev/skills/build-mcpb
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jeffpecky/vortex --skill build-mcpb-jeffpecky

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the challenge of packaging and distributing local MCP servers with their runtime, making them installable without requiring Node.js or Python on the user's machine.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • MCP Server Packaging: Create a single-file package that includes the MCP server and its runtime.
  • No Additional Dependencies: The packaged server runs without needing Node.js, Python, or any other toolchain.
  • Use Case: If you have a local MCP server that needs to interact with the filesystem, desktop apps, or OS APIs, this Skill allows you to distribute it as a simple package.

Quick Start

To package your MCP server, use the build-mcpb skill and run the following command: build-mcpb pack

Frequently Asked Questions about build-mcpb

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I package a local MCP server for distribution without Node.js or Python?▼

You can package a local MCP server by bundling it with its runtime into a single-file package. This allows the server to be installed and run on machines without requiring Node.js, Python, or any additional toolchain dependencies.

What is runtime bundling for local MCP servers and when do I need it?▼

Runtime bundling for local MCP servers packages the server application alongside its execution environment. You need it when distributing local servers that interact with the filesystem, desktop apps, or OS APIs and should not be run remotely.

How do I create a single-file package for an MCP server?▼

To create a single-file package for an MCP server, use the build-mcpb skill and run the `build-mcpb pack` command. This process bundles the server and its runtime together for simple local distribution.

Can I distribute an MCP server that requires local filesystem interaction?▼

Yes, you can distribute an MCP server that requires local filesystem interaction. The build-mcpb skill is specifically designed to package local MCP servers that need to interact with the filesystem, desktop apps, or OS APIs.

Does a packaged MCP server require users to install additional dependencies?▼

No, a packaged MCP server does not require users to install additional dependencies. The packaging process includes the runtime, ensuring the server runs without needing Node.js, Python, or any other toolchain on the user's machine.

When should I not use runtime bundling for an MCP server?▼

You should not use runtime bundling for MCP servers that are designed to be run remotely. This packaging approach is ideal specifically for server applications that require local interaction and should not be operated remotely.

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