mcporter

Discover, configure, authenticate, and call MCP servers from the terminal.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/AVOI-CEO/avoi-agent --skill mcporter-avoi-ceo
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mcporter
Source: https://github.com/AVOI-CEO/avoi-agent/tree/main/skills/mcp/mcporter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/AVOI-CEO/avoi-agent --skill mcporter-avoi-ceo

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

MCP workflows often require manual setup to discover, configure, authenticate, and invoke servers and tools across multiple interfaces. mcporter unifies this into a single CLI that streamlines MCP server interaction.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover MCP servers configured on the machine and browse available tools with schemas.
  • Call tools directly with key-value syntax or JSON payloads, enabling automation and integration.
  • Generate client wrappers and CLI helpers to interact with MCP servers in scripts and pipelines.

Quick Start

Run mcporter list to see MCP servers configured on your machine.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcporter

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I discover and call MCP servers from the command line?

You can discover and call MCP servers from the command line by running a CLI tool that lists configured local servers, browses available tool schemas, and invokes them directly using key-value syntax or JSON payloads.

Can I automate MCP server interactions in shell scripts?

Yes, you can automate MCP server interactions in shell scripts by executing tool calls with key-value syntax or JSON payloads, and optionally generating client wrappers to integrate server discovery and tool calling into automation pipelines.

How do I configure and authenticate ad-hoc HTTP and stdio MCP servers?

You can configure and authenticate ad-hoc HTTP and stdio MCP servers directly from the terminal using a unified CLI that supports local server discovery, ad-hoc server connections, and built-in authentication flows for secure tool calling.

Does the mcporter CLI support generating client wrappers for MCP tools?

Yes, the mcporter CLI supports generating client wrappers and CLI helpers, allowing you to interact with MCP servers and automate routine tool calling tasks within larger scripts and infrastructure pipelines.

What is the best way to manage MCP server configuration and tool calling without manual setup?

The best way to manage MCP server configuration without manual setup is using a unified CLI that streamlines server discovery, authentication, and tool invocation across multiple interfaces directly from the terminal.

Can I run MCP servers using npx without global installation?

Yes, you can run MCP servers using npx without global installation because the CLI supports npm/npx execution, enabling quick and scriptable interactions with both local and ad-hoc servers directly from your terminal.