Python MCP Server Template
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About Python MCP Server Template
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Config
Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.
{
"mcpServers": {
"gcs-mcp-server": {
"command": "python",
"args": [
"-m",
"venv",
"venv"
]
}
}
}Tools
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Overview
What is Python MCP Server Template?
Python MCP Server Template is a template repository for creating Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers using Python with stdio transport. It provides a standardized setup for building MCP servers that integrate with VS Code.
How to use Python MCP Server Template?
Use this template to create a new MCP server project, then set up a Python virtual environment, install dependencies from requirements.txt, customize MCP tools in src/server.py, and test locally with VS Code. Configuration requires creating .vscode/mcp.json with stdio settings.
Key features of Python MCP Server Template
- Example MCP tools implemented with decorators
- VS Code development environment support
- Simple stdio‑based transport for local development
- Easy debugging with VS Code’s Python debugger
- Standardized project structure with
src/and.vscode/
Use cases of Python MCP Server Template
- Creating a new MCP server from a reproducible template
- Building custom MCP tools that integrate with VS Code
- Testing MCP servers locally using stdio communication
- Developing and debugging MCP servers with VS Code’s debugger
FAQ from Python MCP Server Template
What is this template for?
It is a starting point for creating MCP servers using Python and stdio transport, with built‑in VS Code support.
What transport does the server use?
The server uses standard input/output (stdio) for communication with the MCP client.
How do I add custom tools?
Modify the Python code and add tools using the @tool decorator in src/server.py.
How do I set up the development environment?
Create a Python virtual environment with python -m venv venv, activate it, and install dependencies with pip install -r requirements.txt.
How do I test my MCP server?
Test your server locally using VS Code’s built‑in MCP testing capabilities, and debug with breakpoints and the VS Code Python debugger.
Frequently asked questions
What is this template for?
It is a starting point for creating MCP servers using Python and stdio transport, with built‑in VS Code support.
What transport does the server use?
The server uses standard input/output (stdio) for communication with the MCP client.
How do I add custom tools?
Modify the Python code and add tools using the `@tool` decorator in `src/server.py`.
How do I set up the development environment?
Create a Python virtual environment with `python -m venv venv`, activate it, and install dependencies with `pip install -r requirements.txt`.
How do I test my MCP server?
Test your server locally using VS Code’s built‑in MCP testing capabilities, and debug with breakpoints and the VS Code Python debugger.
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