mcp-cli

Discover and interact with MCP servers and tools from the command line.

1|Updated Jan 30, 2023

Search Tags:#api #cli #tooling #mcp #server #command-line

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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Interacting with MCP servers and their tools from a command-line interface to streamline automation, testing, and integration workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

Discover servers: List available MCP servers and their tools directly from the CLI.
Explore tools & parameters: View tools and their required inputs to prepare requests.
Execute tools: Run tools by passing JSON payloads and receive structured results.
Use Case: DevOps automation, data integration, and rapid prototyping against MCP-enabled services.

Quick Start

Run mcp-cli to list all MCP servers and tools.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcp-cli

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I interact with MCP servers from the command line?▼

You can interact with MCP servers from the command line by using a CLI tool to discover available servers, enumerate tools, fetch JSON schemas, and execute tools with structured inputs.

What is the best way to list available MCP tools and servers in a local development environment?▼

Listing available MCP tools and servers in local development is done by running a CLI command that queries the MCP environment metadata to enumerate all accessible servers and their respective tools.

Can I execute MCP tools with structured JSON inputs in CI pipelines?▼

Yes, you can execute MCP tools with structured JSON inputs in CI pipelines by passing JSON payloads via the CLI interface to run tools and receive structured results for automation workflows.

Do I need an MCP environment to inspect tool parameters and schemas?▼

Yes, you need an MCP environment with servers and tools metadata to inspect tool parameters and fetch JSON schemas, as the CLI interface relies on this environment to query and display required inputs.

How does command-line integration with MCP-enabled services work for data integration?▼

Command-line integration with MCP-enabled services works by using the CLI to fetch JSON schemas for tools and passing structured inputs to execute commands, returning structured data for integration projects.

Are there limitations when using a CLI to execute MCP tools for rapid prototyping?▼

Executing MCP tools via CLI for rapid prototyping requires an environment with JSON input and output support, limiting usage in contexts where the MCP environment or CLI interface is unavailable.