What do I need before using this template?
You need Node.js v20 or higher, an MCP client (such as Claude Desktop or Cursor), and any API key(s) for the service you plan to wrap.
MCP Server Template
@3dyuval
Basic information
About MCP Server Template
A template for building MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers for Claude and other AI assistants
MCP Server Template config
Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-template-3dyuval": {
"command": "node",
"args": [
"build/index.js"
]
}
}
}MCP Server Template tools
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Overview
What is MCP Server Template 🚀?
MCP Server Template 🚀 is a clean, ready-to-use starting point for building custom servers that follow the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It provides a basic server structure with the MCP SDK, example tool definitions, and error handling, making it ideal for developers who want to build an MCP server for use with Claude Desktop, Cursor, or any other MCP client.
How to use MCP Server Template 🚀?
Clone the repository, run npm install and npm run build, then customize src/index.ts and package.json with your own tools, schemas, and API logic. Run your server directly with node build/index.js or configure it in Claude Desktop (by editing claude_desktop_config.json) or Cursor (via Settings > Features > MCP Servers) to point to the built index.js file.
Key features of MCP Server Template 🚀
- Basic server structure using the official MCP SDK
- Example tool definitions with commented placeholders
- Error handling setup included out of the box
- Environment variable configuration via dotenv
- Designed for easy customization and extension
Use cases of MCP Server Template 🚀
- Quickly prototyping a new MCP-compatible data source or tool
- Creating a custom MCP server to expose internal APIs to Claude Desktop
- Building a foundation for integrating any third‑party service as an MCP tool
- Teaching or learning how to implement the Model Context Protocol
Frequently asked questions
How do I customize the template for my own server?
Edit `package.json` with your server name and details, then modify `src/index.ts` to define your API response interface, add actual tool schemas, implement tool logic, and update formatting as needed.
How do I configure the server for Claude Desktop?
Create or edit the configuration file at `~/Library/Application Support/Claude/claude_desktop_config.json` (macOS) or `%APPDATA%\Claude\claude_desktop_config.json` (Windows) and add an entry under `mcpServers` with the command `node` and the path to your `build/index.js`.
How do I configure the server for Cursor?
Open Cursor Settings, go to Features > MCP Servers, click “+ Add New MCP Server”, enter a nickname, select type “command”, and provide the command including any environment variables, e.g., `env YOUR_API_KEY=your-api-key node /path/to/your/build/index.js`.
What transport does the template use?
The template uses the stdio transport for MCP communication. Secrets like API keys are passed via environment variables in the client configuration.
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