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go-mcp-patterns

Document Go MCP server patterns for tool registration and transport setup.

2|Updated Jan 17, 2026
Search Tags:#tool-registration#go-patterns#argument-handling#mcp-go#display-middleware#transport-setup#cgo-compatibility
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Source: https://github.com/hightemp/go_computer_use_mcp_server/tree/main/.github/skills/go-mcp-patterns
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/hightemp/go_computer_use_mcp_server --skill go-mcp-patterns

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Patterns and conventions for Go MCP servers provide a consistent baseline for tool registration, argument handling, and transport setup using mark3labs/mcp-go, reducing integration errors and onboarding time.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardizes tool registration via s.AddTool(tool, handler) and withDisplayCheck for GUI tools.
  • Documents common argument helpers (getArgs, getRequiredIntArg, etc.) and error handling patterns.
  • Includes transport setup guidance for stdio and SSE, CGO considerations, and a recommended project structure for MCP servers.
  • Use cases: adding new MCP tools, extending existing handlers, debugging argument parsing, and ensuring CGO compatibility across platforms.

Quick Start

Install and reference the Go MCP patterns in your server project to quickly scaffold new tools and handlers.

Frequently Asked Questions about go-mcp-patterns

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I register a new tool in a Go MCP server using mcp-go?▼

Extract arguments in mcp-go handlers using documented helpers like getArgs and getRequiredIntArg. These functions standardize parsing and error handling to prevent common argument extraction bugs in Go MCP servers.

What is the recommended way to set up stdio and SSE transport for a Go MCP server?▼

Apply withDisplayCheck middleware to MCP tools that require GUI interactions. This middleware validates display availability before the handler executes, preventing runtime errors in headless or non-GUI environments.

How do I handle CGO build compatibility when setting up a Go MCP server?▼

Handle CGO build compatibility in Go MCP servers by following the documented CGO considerations. This ensures your MCP server compiles and runs correctly across different platforms that require CGO dependencies.

What JSON response format should Go MCP server handlers return?▼

Format JSON responses in Go MCP server handlers according to the standardized JSON response format. This convention ensures consistent output structure across all registered tools and reduces client-side parsing errors.

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