Universal Project MCP Server

What is Universal Project MCP Server?

A read-only MCP server that lets Claude connect to your entire project without context limitations. It gives Claude full access to understand project structure and read any file, but will not modify anything. Designed for developers to get context-aware assistance without copying code snippets.

How to use Universal Project MCP Server?

Install with uv sync in the coding-mcp-server directory, then add a configuration entry to your Claude Desktop app pointing to server_mcp.py. Use the set_project_path(path) method to point to your project, then Claude can use methods like get_project_summary(), get_dependencies(), read_file(), search_files(), etc.

Key features of Universal Project MCP Server

• Set project path and get real-time project overview
• Analyze project type, dependencies, and entry points instantly
• Browse directory structure with adjustable depth
• Read any file with optional line range
• Search files by name or content with filters
• Safe read-only access — no file modification or command execution

Use cases of Universal Project MCP Server

• Claude understands your codebase structure and dependencies in seconds
• Get targeted help on specific files without copying code into chat
• Quickly locate files by name or content across the project
• Analyze project complexity and entry points for onboarding or debugging
• Safe exploration without risk of unintended changes

FAQ from Universal Project MCP Server

Is the server read-only?

Yes, all file modification and command execution features have been removed. Claude can read and understand your project but cannot change files or run commands.

How do I install and configure it?

Clone the repository, run uv sync in the coding-mcp-server folder, then add the provided JSON configuration to your Claude Desktop app's mcpServers section. The command should be uv run python <path to server_mcp.py>.

Does it support any programming language or project type?

Yes, it works with any project type. The server analyzes files like README, configuration files, and source files to determine project type and dependencies.

What methods are available?

Methods include set_project_path, get_project_path, get_project_summary, get_dependencies, find_entry_points, get_structure, list_directory, read_file, get_file_info, and search_files. All are documented in the README.

Can I search for files by content?

Yes, the search_files method supports searching by both file name and content, with optional filters for file extensions and max results.