MCP Project

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About MCP Project

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Config

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

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "mcp-server-lee926427": {
      "command": "docker",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "-d",
        "--name",
        "postgres",
        "-p",
        "5432:5432",
        "-e",
        "POSTGRES_PASSWORD=admin",
        "postgres"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Tools

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Overview

What is MCP Project?

MCP Project is a Model Context Protocol server example that demonstrates basic MCP functionality, including a Hello World resource. It is intended for developers learning or prototyping MCP-based integrations with tools like Claude Desktop.

How to use MCP Project?

Set up the environment by installing Node.js, running a Docker PostgreSQL container, then building the server with npm install and npm run build. Configure Claude Desktop by creating a claude_desktop_config.json file pointing to the built server. Finally, run npm run inspector and open http://localhost:5173 to test using the MCP Inspector.

Key features of MCP Project

Demonstrates a minimal MCP server implementation
Includes a "Hello World Message" resource
Integrates with Claude Desktop via claude_desktop_config.json
Provides a web-based inspector for testing MCP features
Supports local PostgreSQL database (Docker container)

Use cases of MCP Project

Learning how to build and run an MCP server
Testing MCP client‑server communication with Claude Desktop
Prototyping custom resources for MCP integrations

FAQ from MCP Project

What dependencies are required to run MCP Project?

You need Node.js, Docker (to run PostgreSQL), and the npm packages installed via npm install.

How do I configure MCP Project with Claude Desktop?

Create a claude_desktop_config.json file in ~/Library/Application Support/Claude with the server command and absolute path to the built index.js.

How can I test if MCP Project is working?

Run npm run inspector, open http://localhost:5173, click Connect, then click List Resources. Select "Hello World Message" to see the server response.

Does MCP Project actually use the PostgreSQL database?

The README provides a Docker command to start a PostgreSQL container, but the server code’s use of that database is not described.

What transport does MCP Project use?

The README does not specify the transport protocol; the MCP Inspector connects via HTTP on localhost.

Frequently asked questions

What dependencies are required to run MCP Project?

You need Node.js, Docker (to run PostgreSQL), and the npm packages installed via `npm install`.

How do I configure MCP Project with Claude Desktop?

Create a `claude_desktop_config.json` file in `~/Library/Application Support/Claude` with the server command and absolute path to the built `index.js`.

How can I test if MCP Project is working?

Run `npm run inspector`, open `http://localhost:5173`, click Connect, then click List Resources. Select "Hello World Message" to see the server response.