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mcporter

Discover and call MCP server tools via CLI without local installation.

97|17|Updated Dec 29, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#cli#mcp#npx#tool-discovery#mcporter#server-access
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/antoniolg/agent-kit --skill mcporter-antoniolg
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mcporter
Source: https://github.com/antoniolg/agent-kit/tree/main/skills/3rd-mcporter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/antoniolg/agent-kit --skill mcporter-antoniolg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Access to MCP servers without installing them locally, enabling discovery and on-demand tool usage via npx.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover MCP servers and list available tools without installation.
  • Call tools on remote MCP servers from the CLI and automate common workflows.
  • Use ad-hoc connections to external MCP endpoints for rapid experimentation and integration.

Quick Start

Discover MCP servers and call a tool from a chosen server using mcporter.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcporter

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I access MCP servers without installing them locally?▼

Access MCP servers without local installation by running mcporter via npx. This enables zero-install server discovery, tool schema browsing, and remote tool invocation directly from the command line for ad-hoc automation workflows.

Can I call tools on a remote MCP server from the CLI?▼

Yes, you can call tools on remote MCP servers from the CLI using mcporter. It supports ad-hoc connections to external endpoints for rapid experimentation, testing, and workflow automation without requiring local server setups.

What is the best way to discover available tools on an MCP server?▼

Use the mcporter list command to discover available tools on an MCP server. It enables zero-install browsing of server tool schemas and discovers available tools without requiring local server installations.

Do I need to install dependencies to use mcporter for MCP tool discovery?▼

No dependencies are required to use mcporter for MCP tool discovery. It supports zero-install usage through npx, allowing you to execute tools, generate CLI wrappers, and manage daemon connections without local installs.

Can I generate CLI wrappers for MCP server tools?▼

Yes, mcporter includes commands to generate CLI wrappers for MCP server tools. This allows you to automate common workflows and execute tools from the command line across development and testing environments.

How do I manage daemon connections for MCP server access?▼

You can manage daemon connections for MCP server access using mcporter's built-in commands. This facilitates persistent ad-hoc connections to external endpoints for continuous integration and automation workflows.

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