Smart Bulb Control via MCP Server With Claude

What is Smart Bulb Control via MCP Server With Claude?

It is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server built with Node.js and TypeScript that enables autonomous control of a smart bulb using AI-driven commands. It communicates with the bulb via UDP over a local Wi-Fi network and integrates with AI interfaces such as ChatGPT or Claude for seamless automated lighting management.

How to use Smart Bulb Control via MCP Server With Claude?

Install dependencies with pnpm install, build the TypeScript project with pnpm build, then run the server with npm start. Ensure the smart bulb is connected to the same network and configured with the correct IP address and UDP port. The server exposes MCP tools (e.g., turn_on, set_color) that AI clients can invoke.

Key features of Smart Bulb Control via MCP Server With Claude

• Turn the bulb on/off via AI or command-line input
• Set RGB color dynamically through structured JSON commands
• Adjust brightness using a dimming percentage parameter
• AI integration with MCP for automated lighting routines
• Real-time color and brightness adjustments
• Uses Node.js built-in dgram module for UDP communication

Use cases of Smart Bulb Control via MCP Server With Claude

• Voice or text commands to turn lights on/off via an AI assistant
• Automatically adjust bulb color and brightness based on time of day or mood
• Create AI-driven routines that react to external events (e.g., coding activity, weather)
• Integrate smart lighting control into broader IoT automation workflows