Overview
what is uv-mcp?
uv-mcp is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed for introspection and management of Python environments using the fast Python package installer, uv.
how to use uv-mcp?
To use uv-mcp, start the server with the command uvx uv-mcp and install it in MCP-compatible clients using mcp install uv-mcp.
key features of uv-mcp?
- Environment Inspection: Query installed packages and their versions.
- Dependency Resolution: Check compatibility between packages.
- Environment Comparison: Identify differences between local and cloud/production environments.
- Requirement Management: Parse and validate requirements files.
- Package Information: Retrieve metadata about PyPI packages.
- Virtual Environment Management: Create and manage virtual environments.
use cases of uv-mcp?
- Managing Python dependencies for projects.
- Troubleshooting package compatibility issues.
- Comparing local development environments with production setups.
- Creating isolated virtual environments for different projects.
FAQ from uv-mcp?
- What is the Model Context Protocol?
The Model Context Protocol is a standard for exposing environment data and package management functionality.
- Can uv-mcp manage virtual environments?
Yes! uv-mcp includes tools for creating and managing virtual environments.
- Is uv-mcp compatible with all Python packages?
uv-mcp works with packages available on PyPI and can inspect their dependencies.