Roo MCP Installer

@robertheadley

Basic information

About Roo MCP Installer

An MCP server installer for Roo Code. Handles the installation from Github, requirements, package management, update, installation and MCP Json configuration.

#mcp #installer #roo-code

Roo MCP Installer config

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "Roo-Code-MCP-installer": {
      "command": "python",
      "args": [
        "roo.py",
        "install",
        "username/my-cool-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Roo MCP Installer tools

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Overview

What is Roo MCP Installer?

A command-line utility that streamlines installing and managing Roo Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. It fetches MCP server code from Git repositories, handles dependencies, configuration, and registration within the Roo environment.

How to use Roo MCP Installer?

Run the script with python roo.py <command> [options]. Use install <repo_input> to install an MCP, optionally with --scope global|project or --skip-env. Use list to show installed MCPs, and logs to view log files with options like --lines and --follow.

Key features of Roo MCP Installer

Installs MCPs directly from GitHub URLs or user/repo slugs.
Supports installation from subdirectories via colon separator.
Offers global and project installation scopes.
Automatically detects project type and installs dependencies.
Runs build steps for Go and Node.js MCPs.
Detects required environment variables from config files.
Provides a rich terminal UI with spinners and progress indicators.
Includes debug mode and demo mode for simulation.

Use cases of Roo MCP Installer

Installing a community MCP server from a GitHub repository.
Setting up an MCP server for a specific project with local dependencies.
Automating the configuration of environment variables for a new server.
Listing all installed MCPs across global and project scopes.
Testing an installation process without modifying the system using demo mode.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between global and project installation scopes?

Global installations are shared across projects and stored in `~/.roo/mcps`, while project installations are specific to the current directory and stored in `./.roo/mcps`.

What runtime dependencies are required?

Python 3.11 or higher and Git must be installed. Additional tools (Node.js/npm, Python/pip, Go, Rust/Cargo) are needed depending on the MCP server’s project type.

Can I simulate an installation without making changes?

Yes, use the `--demo` flag with the `install` command to see the UI and intended actions without modifying the file system or running commands.

How do I skip the interactive environment variable prompt?

Use the `--skip-env` flag when running the `install` command to skip the interactive prompt for required environment variables.

Are there any known limitations in Roo MCP Installer?

Rust project support is still in progress and may not work correctly.

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