mcporter

Interact with MCP servers and execute tools via a command-line interface.

1|Updated Mar 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/syxscott/PaleoClaw --skill mcporter-syxscott
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Skill: mcporter
Source: https://github.com/syxscott/PaleoClaw/tree/main/skills/mcporter
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/syxscott/PaleoClaw --skill mcporter-syxscott

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires mcporter, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies direct interaction with MCP (Message-Content Protocol) servers and their tools, streamlining tasks like listing, configuring, and authenticating with servers, as well as executing ad-hoc server calls.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Server Interaction: List available MCP servers and their schemas.
  • Tool Execution: Call tools on MCP servers using various syntaxes (selector, function, full URL, stdio, JSON payload).
  • Authentication & Configuration: Manage OAuth authentication and server configurations.
  • Code Generation: Generate CLI commands or TypeScript definitions for servers and commands.
  • Use Case: You need to quickly fetch the last 5 open issues from a specific team in a Linear project managed via an MCP server.

Quick Start

Use mcporter to call the linear.list_issues tool for the ENG team, limiting the results to 5.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcporter

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I interact with MCP servers and execute tools from the command line?

You can interact with MCP servers and execute tools from the command line using mcporter. It supports calling tools via selector, function, full URL, stdio, or JSON payload syntaxes to access exposed microservices and APIs.

What is the best way to manage OAuth authentication for Message-Content Protocol servers?

The best way to manage OAuth authentication for Message-Content Protocol servers is using mcporter. It provides built-in features to handle authentication and manage server configurations directly via the CLI.

How do I list available MCP servers and their schemas programmatically?

To list available MCP servers and their schemas programmatically, mcporter provides a dedicated server interaction feature. This allows you to discover available servers and inspect their tool schemas before execution.

Can I generate TypeScript definitions for MCP server commands and APIs?

Yes, you can generate TypeScript definitions for MCP server commands and APIs. mcporter includes a code generation feature that outputs CLI commands or TypeScript definitions for servers and their tools.

Does mcporter support executing ad-hoc calls to microservices exposed via the MCP framework?

Yes, mcporter supports executing ad-hoc calls to microservices exposed via the MCP framework. It streamlines direct interaction with Message-Content Protocol servers for programmatic API access.

Why use a CLI tool for MCP server interaction instead of writing custom API integration code?

Using a CLI tool for MCP server interaction simplifies direct access by handling listing, configuring, and authenticating servers automatically. This approach avoids writing custom integration code for ad-hoc server calls and microservice access.