MCP Task Manager Server

What is MCP Task Manager Server?

MCP Task Manager Server is a simple task management server built using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It allows you to create, list, and complete tasks through MCP tools, using in-memory storage (tasks are lost when the server restarts).

How to use MCP Task Manager Server?

Install dependencies with npm install, build the TypeScript code with npm run build, and start the server with npm start. Then connect to the server via any MCP client that supports stdio transport (e.g., Claude for Desktop) and use the provided tools: create-task, list-tasks, and complete-task.

Key features of MCP Task Manager Server

• Create tasks with a title and description
• List all tasks currently stored in memory
• Mark a specific task as completed by ID
• In-memory storage (no persistence across restarts)

Use cases of MCP Task Manager Server

• Quickly adding and tracking small to-do items during a development session
• Prototyping an MCP client’s tool-calling capabilities with a lightweight backend
• Demonstrating MCP tool definitions (create, list, complete) in educational examples

FAQ from MCP Task Manager Server

What happens to my tasks when the server restarts?

All tasks are stored in memory and will be lost when the server stops or restarts. There is no persistent database.

How do I connect to the server?

The server runs on stdio transport. Use an MCP client that supports stdio, such as Claude for Desktop, to connect to it.

What tools does the server provide?

Three tools: create-task (requires title and description), list-tasks (no parameters), and complete-task (requires the task ID).

Can I delete a task or edit its details?

No, the server only supports creating tasks, listing all tasks, and marking tasks as completed. There are no delete or edit tools.