mcporter

Manage MCP servers and tools from the command line with Node.js.

27|2|Updated Jan 15, 2024

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npx skills add https://github.com/erfanzar/Xerxes-Agents --skill mcporter-erfanzar

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Skill: mcporter
Source: https://github.com/erfanzar/Xerxes-Agents/tree/main/src/python/xerxes/skills/mcporter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/erfanzar/Xerxes-Agents --skill mcporter-erfanzar

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

MCP servers and tools can be discovered, configured, and invoked from the terminal, reducing manual setup and scattered tooling.

Core Features & Use Cases

Discover configured MCP servers and list their available tools with schema details.
Call tools on MCP servers using key=value payloads and view machine-readable results.
Manage authentication and configuration to support persistent MCP workflows, including code and CLI generation.

Quick Start

Run mcporter to list configured MCP servers, inspect a server's tools, and invoke a tool with key=value to perform a task.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcporter

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I manage MCP servers from the command line?▼

You can manage MCP servers from the command line by running mcporter to discover configured servers, inspect available tools with schema details, and invoke tools using key=value payloads to execute tasks directly from your terminal.

Do I need Node.js to run MCP server workflows in the terminal?▼

Yes, you need Node.js and npx installed to run MCP server workflows in the terminal. Optional global installation is available if you want to persist the configuration and maintain long-term MCP server management across local machines.

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

The best way to discover available tools on a configured MCP server is to use a CLI tool that lists servers and inspects their tools, providing schema details so you can construct key=value payloads for tool invocation.

Can I manage authentication and configuration for persistent MCP workflows via CLI?▼

Yes, you can manage authentication and configuration via CLI to support persistent MCP workflows. This includes setting up credentials and generating code or CLI commands to maintain continuous access to local MCP servers.

Why use a CLI tool for MCP server orchestration instead of manual setup?▼

Using a CLI tool for MCP server orchestration reduces manual setup and scattered tooling by centralizing discovery, configuration, authentication, and tool invocation into a single terminal workflow for local machines.