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mcporter

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

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#authentication#integration#cli#mcp#config#servers#mcporter
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/HugoAlmeidaMoreira/zeus-agent --skill mcporter-hugoalmeidamoreira
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mcporter
Source: https://github.com/HugoAlmeidaMoreira/zeus-agent/tree/main/skills/mcp/mcporter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/HugoAlmeidaMoreira/zeus-agent --skill mcporter-hugoalmeidamoreira

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Managing MCP servers and tools typically requires switching between registries, ad-hoc servers, and custom scripts. mcporter unifies discovery, authentication, configuration, and tool invocation in a single CLI.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover MCP servers configured on the machine and browse available tools
  • Authenticate and configure MCP servers, manage connections, and generate CLI wrappers
  • Call tools directly, with options for ad-hoc HTTP or stdio servers and code generation

Quick Start

Run mcporter to list configured MCP servers and begin calling tools.

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 directly from the terminal?▼

You can manage MCP servers from the terminal by running mcporter, which unifies server discovery, configuration, authentication, and tool invocation into a single CLI workflow.

What is the best way to call ad-hoc HTTP and stdio MCP tools?▼

The best way to call ad-hoc HTTP and stdio MCP tools is using a unified CLI that allows direct tool invocation and generates CLI wrappers for consistent interactions across workflows.

Do I need Node.js to configure and invoke MCP servers?▼

Yes, you need Node.js and npx installed in your environment to run the CLI and operate MCP tooling for server configuration and invocation.

How does authentication work for local MCP server registries?▼

Authentication for local MCP server registries is handled directly through the CLI, allowing you to authenticate, configure connections, and manage servers without switching between custom scripts.

Can I generate code wrappers for consistent MCP server interactions?▼

Yes, you can generate CLI and code wrappers for configured MCP servers to ensure consistent tool invocations and interactions across different development workflows.

Why use a CLI instead of custom scripts for MCP server discovery?▼

Using a CLI eliminates the need to switch between local registries, ad-hoc servers, and custom scripts, providing a single interface to discover servers and browse available tools efficiently.

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