AWS MCP Server

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About AWS MCP Server

Talk with your AWS using Claude. Model Context Protocol (MCP) server for AWS. Better Amazon Q alternative.

#aws #ai #mcp #claude #llm#amazon-q

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Overview

What is AWS MCP?

AWS MCP is a Model Context Protocol server that enables AI assistants like Claude to interact with your AWS environment using natural language. It allows querying and managing AWS resources during conversations, serving as a local alternative to Amazon Q.

How to use AWS MCP?

Clone the repository, install dependencies with npm or pnpm, then configure Claude Desktop by editing its config file to point to the project. Start by selecting an AWS profile or directly asking natural language queries such as listing EC2 instances or S3 buckets.

Key features of AWS MCP

Query and modify AWS resources via natural language
Support for multiple AWS profiles and SSO authentication
Multi-region support
Secure local credential handling
Runs entirely on your machine

Use cases of AWS MCP

List available AWS profiles interactively
Query all EC2 instances in an account
Show S3 buckets with their sizes
List Lambda functions deployed in a specific region
List ECS clusters and their services

Frequently asked questions

What prerequisites are needed?

Node.js, Claude Desktop, and locally configured AWS credentials in `~/.aws/`.

How do I configure the server in Claude Desktop?

Edit `claude_desktop_config.json` to add the MCP server entry with the correct path to the project and run command.

Does the server expose my AWS credentials?

No – credentials are used only locally and are never sent to external services.

How can I see logs if something goes wrong?

Tail the log files at `~/Library/Logs/Claude/mcp-server-aws.log` or `~/Library/Logs/Claude/mcp.log`.

Does the server support multiple AWS regions?

Yes, it includes multi-region support for querying resources across regions.

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