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test-re-mcp-wildcard

Tests whether wildcard tool definitions allow direct invocation of concrete tools without ToolSearch.

3|1|Updated Dec 2, 2024
Search Tags:#mcp#agent testing#neo4j#wildcard#tool loading
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/faisalanjum/EventTrader --skill test-re-mcp-wildcard
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Skill: test-re-mcp-wildcard
Source: https://github.com/faisalanjum/EventTrader/tree/main/.claude/skills/test-re-mcp-wildcard
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/faisalanjum/EventTrader --skill test-re-mcp-wildcard

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill tests whether a wildcard tool definition in allowed-tools can pre-load a specific tool without needing ToolSearch.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Tool Loading Verification: Confirms if wildcard tool definitions enable direct access to underlying tools.
  • Debugging: Helps diagnose issues with tool discovery and loading mechanisms.
  • Use Case: Verify if mcp__neo4j-cypher__* allows direct calls to mcp__neo4j-cypher__read_neo4j_cypher.

Quick Start

WITHOUT using ToolSearch, try calling mcp__neo4j-cypher__read_neo4j_cypher directly with the query RETURN 1 AS test.

Frequently Asked Questions about test-re-mcp-wildcard

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

FAQPage Schema
How does wildcard tool loading work in MCP agents?▼

Wildcard tool loading in MCP agents tests whether a wildcard pattern like `mcp__neo4j-cypher__*` in `allowed-tools` pre-loads specific concrete tools. This verifies direct invocation without calling `ToolSearch`.

Can I call a specific MCP tool directly without ToolSearch?▼

Yes, you can call a specific MCP tool directly without `ToolSearch` if a wildcard definition like `mcp__neo4j-cypher__*` successfully pre-loads the tool in the agent's allowed tools list.

How do I test if wildcard tool definitions pre-load underlying tools?▼

To test wildcard tool definitions, bypass `ToolSearch` and invoke a concrete tool like `mcp__neo4j-cypher__read_neo4j_cypher` directly with a query such as `RETURN 1 AS test` to verify pre-loading behavior.

Why does my agent fail to resolve MCP tools with wildcard allowed-tools?▼

Agent tool resolution fails if wildcard tool definitions do not pre-load the underlying tools. This requires checking if the wildcard pattern matches the tool naming convention without needing `ToolSearch`.

Does wildcard pre-loading improve agent tool resolution efficiency?▼

Wildcard pre-loading improves agent tool resolution efficiency by eliminating the need for `ToolSearch` to discover tools, allowing direct invocation of concrete tools referenced by the wildcard pattern.

What is the purpose of testing wildcard tool loading in MCP?▼

Testing wildcard tool loading in MCP verifies if a wildcard pattern in `allowed-tools` enables direct access to underlying tools without `ToolSearch`, which is crucial for understanding agent tool resolution and efficiency.

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