MCP Server Template

@stevennevins

About MCP Server Template

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Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-server-template-stevennevins": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "@modelcontextprotocol/inspector",
        "node",
        "dist/index.js"
      ]
    }
  }
}

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Overview

What is MCP Server Template?

MCP Server Template is a TypeScript project template for creating Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. It provides a solid foundation with type safety, tooling, and best practices for building MCP-compatible servers.

How to use MCP Server Template?

Install dependencies with npm install, then use npm run dev for development with hot reload. Build with npm run build, test with npm test, and start the production server with npm start. Create custom tools by following the example in src/tools/example.ts and registering them in src/index.ts.

Key features of MCP Server Template

Full TypeScript support with type definitions
Container-based dependency injection
Service-based architecture with DataProcessor interface
Example tool implementation with tests
Vitest testing framework integration
MCP SDK integration for protocol compliance

Use cases of MCP Server Template

Rapidly prototype new MCP servers
Implement custom tools with proper validation
Test MCP servers locally using TestClient or MCP Inspector
Integrate MCP servers with Cursor for local development
Serve as a reference for MCP server architecture

FAQ from MCP Server Template

What dependencies does MCP Server Template require?

Node.js and npm are required. TypeScript is used for development and must be compiled before running.

How do I create a new tool in MCP Server Template?

Create a new file in src/tools/, export a tool definition and handler following the example, then register the tool and handler in the ALL_TOOLS and ALL_HANDLERS constants in src/index.ts.

How can I test my MCP server locally?

Use the built-in TestClient for unit tests, or run the MCP Inspector (npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector node dist/index.js) for visual debugging and interactive testing.

How do I use MCP Server Template with Cursor?

Build the project with npm run build, link the package globally with npm run link, then add the server in Cursor settings under MCP Servers using the command npx example-mcp-tool.

What transport or authentication does MCP Server Template support?

The README does not specify transport or authentication details. It focuses on the server template structure and tool creation.

Frequently asked questions

What dependencies does MCP Server Template require?

Node.js and npm are required. TypeScript is used for development and must be compiled before running.

How do I create a new tool in MCP Server Template?

Create a new file in `src/tools/`, export a tool definition and handler following the example, then register the tool and handler in the `ALL_TOOLS` and `ALL_HANDLERS` constants in `src/index.ts`.

How can I test my MCP server locally?

Use the built-in TestClient for unit tests, or run the MCP Inspector (`npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector node dist/index.js`) for visual debugging and interactive testing.

How do I use MCP Server Template with Cursor?

Build the project with `npm run build`, link the package globally with `npm run link`, then add the server in Cursor settings under MCP Servers using the command `npx example-mcp-tool`.

What transport or authentication does MCP Server Template support?

The README does not specify transport or authentication details. It focuses on the server template structure and tool creation.

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