Overview
What is MCP Server Template?
MCP Server Template is a TypeScript project template for creating Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers. It provides a solid foundation with type safety, tooling, and best practices for building MCP-compatible servers.
How to use MCP Server Template?
Install dependencies with npm install, then use npm run dev for development with hot reload. Build with npm run build, test with npm test, and start the production server with npm start. Create custom tools by following the example in src/tools/example.ts and registering them in src/index.ts.
Key features of MCP Server Template
- Full TypeScript support with type definitions
- Container-based dependency injection
- Service-based architecture with DataProcessor interface
- Example tool implementation with tests
- Vitest testing framework integration
- MCP SDK integration for protocol compliance
Use cases of MCP Server Template
- Rapidly prototype new MCP servers
- Implement custom tools with proper validation
- Test MCP servers locally using TestClient or MCP Inspector
- Integrate MCP servers with Cursor for local development
- Serve as a reference for MCP server architecture
FAQ from MCP Server Template
What dependencies does MCP Server Template require?
Node.js and npm are required. TypeScript is used for development and must be compiled before running.
How do I create a new tool in MCP Server Template?
Create a new file in src/tools/, export a tool definition and handler following the example, then register the tool and handler in the ALL_TOOLS and ALL_HANDLERS constants in src/index.ts.
How can I test my MCP server locally?
Use the built-in TestClient for unit tests, or run the MCP Inspector (npx @modelcontextprotocol/inspector node dist/index.js) for visual debugging and interactive testing.
How do I use MCP Server Template with Cursor?
Build the project with npm run build, link the package globally with npm run link, then add the server in Cursor settings under MCP Servers using the command npx example-mcp-tool.
What transport or authentication does MCP Server Template support?
The README does not specify transport or authentication details. It focuses on the server template structure and tool creation.
