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mcp-tester

Configure mcp.json and test AuroraView MCP Server tools locally.

44|6|Updated Oct 27, 2025
Search Tags:#testing#debugging#troubleshooting#mcp#local development#auroraview
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npx skills add https://github.com/loonghao/auroraview --skill mcp-tester-loonghao
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Skill: mcp-tester
Source: https://github.com/loonghao/auroraview/tree/main/.codebuddy/skills/mcp-tester
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/loonghao/auroraview --skill mcp-tester-loonghao

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill streamlines the process of testing and debugging the local development version of the AuroraView MCP Server, ensuring smooth integration and functionality.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Configuration: Guides users through setting up mcp.json for local development.
  • Tool Testing: Provides commands to test discovery, connection, gallery, sample, UI, API, and debug tools.
  • Troubleshooting: Offers step-by-step guidance for common issues like server startup failures or connection problems.
  • Automated Testing: Facilitates running unit tests, debug clients, and the MCP Inspector.
  • Use Case: When you've made changes to the auroraview-mcp package, use this skill to quickly configure your environment, run tests against your local server, and verify that your changes work as expected before committing.

Quick Start

Configure your local MCP server by updating ~/.codebuddy/mcp.json with the provided development settings.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcp-tester

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I test and debug a local MCP server during development?▼

You can test local MCP server development by configuring `mcp.json`, starting the local server, and running various test tools such as discovery, connection, gallery, UI, API, and debug to validate your changes.

What is the process for configuring mcp.json for local development testing?▼

Configuring mcp.json for local development testing involves updating `~/.codebuddy/mcp.json` with specific development settings to point your environment to the local server instance for validation.

Can I run automated tests against the AuroraView MCP Server?▼

Yes, you can run automated tests against the AuroraView MCP Server by utilizing `just` commands to execute unit tests, debug clients, and the MCP Inspector for comprehensive local validation.

How do I troubleshoot connection problems with a local MCP server?▼

To troubleshoot local MCP server connection problems, follow step-by-step guidance to identify common issues like server startup failures and verify your local development configuration settings.

What specific tools can I test when debugging the AuroraView MCP Server?▼

When debugging the AuroraView MCP Server, you can test discovery, connection, gallery, samples, UI, API, and debug tools to ensure smooth integration and full functionality across the server.

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