MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE

Name: MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE
Author: kirill-markin

@kirill-markin

About MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE

A ready-to-use MCP (Model Context Protocol) server template for extending Cursor IDE with custom tools. Deploy your own server to Heroku with one click, create custom commands, and enhance your Cursor IDE experience. Perfect for developers who want to add their own tools and comm

#mcp #cursor #server #template #development

Basic information

Config

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "example-mcp-server": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "compose",
        "up",
        "--build",
        "-d"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Tools

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Overview

What is MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE?

A template for creating custom tools for Cursor IDE using Model Context Protocol (MCP). It allows users to create their own repository from this template, modify the tools, and connect them to Cursor IDE.

How to use MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE?

You can deploy via Heroku (one-click button), Docker, traditional Python setup, or run directly in Cursor using the provided script. After deployment, configure Cursor Settings → Features → Add new MCP server with the appropriate transport (SSE or stdio) and URL/command.

Key features of MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE

Template for creating custom MCP tools in Cursor IDE.
Supports Heroku, Docker, and local Python deployment.
Both SSE and stdio transport options.
Environment variable configuration (port, host, debug).
Quick-start test tool that returns a server mood.

Use cases of MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE

Develop custom tools and integrate them into Cursor IDE.
Rapidly prototype MCP servers for personal workflows.
Deploy an MCP server on cloud platforms like Heroku.
Test MCP connectivity and tool responses in Cursor.

FAQ from MCP Server Template for Cursor IDE

What is the purpose of this template?

It provides a starting point to create custom tools for Cursor IDE using the Model Context Protocol, so you can add your own functionality.

How do I deploy the server to Heroku?

Click the "Deploy to Heroku" button in the README, then after deployment configure Cursor with your Heroku URL and /sse path.

How do I connect the server to Cursor IDE?

Open Cursor Settings → Features, add a new MCP server, choose the transport type (SSE or stdio), and provide the corresponding URL or command path.

What transport types are supported?

The server supports SSE (Server-Sent Events) and stdio transport. SSE is used for remote deployments; stdio is used for local execution via the provided shell script.

How can I test the server?

Ask your agent in Cursor: "Please ask about our server mood and let me know how it is." The server will respond with a cheerful message and a heart.

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