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mcporter

Invoke MCP server tools via HTTP or stdio from the command line.

7|12|Updated Mar 10, 2026
Search Tags:#authentication#cli#mcp#config#codegen#servers#mcporter
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npx skills add https://github.com/borealBytes/my-farm-advisor --skill mcporter-borealbytes
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Skill: mcporter
Source: https://github.com/borealBytes/my-farm-advisor/tree/main/skills/mcporter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/borealBytes/my-farm-advisor --skill mcporter-borealbytes

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

mcporter provides a unified CLI to discover MCP servers, authenticate, configure, and invoke server tools directly via HTTP or stdio, reducing manual setup and context switching.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover and list MCP servers, including their schemas and capabilities.
  • Authenticate, configure, and manage connections for ad-hoc or automated workflows.
  • Call server tools using HTTP or stdio, supporting ad-hoc servers and on-the-fly CLI/type generation.

Quick Start

List available servers with mcporter list and call a tool with mcporter call <server.tool> key=value.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcporter

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I call MCP server tools from the command line?▼

You can call MCP server tools from the command line by invoking a unified CLI binary that connects via HTTP or stdio, such as executing mcporter call <server.tool> key=value. This enables direct interaction and reduces manual setup in automated workflows.

What is MCP server discovery and how does it work?▼

MCP server discovery is the process of listing available MCP servers along with their schemas and capabilities. It works through a unified CLI that queries the environment to identify servers, enabling you to authenticate and configure connections for ad-hoc or automated workflows.

Do I need Node.js to manage MCP server configurations via CLI?▼

Yes, you need a Node.js environment to manage MCP server configurations via CLI, because the unified CLI relies on a Node-based binary to execute commands. This binary handles the authentication, config edits, and tool invocation processes.

Can I generate CLI types for MCP servers on the fly?▼

Yes, you can generate CLI types for MCP servers on the fly. The unified CLI supports on-the-fly CLI and type generation for ad-hoc servers, allowing you to dynamically interact with server tools using HTTP or stdio connections.

What's the best way to authenticate and configure MCP servers for automated workflows?▼

The best way to authenticate and configure MCP servers for automated workflows is using a unified CLI that manages connections, handles authentication, and invokes tools directly. This method supports both HTTP and stdio protocols to streamline ad-hoc server interactions.

Why use a unified CLI for MCP servers instead of manual configuration?▼

Using a unified CLI for MCP servers reduces manual setup and context switching by providing a single interface to discover servers, authenticate, edit configurations, and invoke tools. It streamlines both ad-hoc queries and complex automated workflows.

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