generator-mcp

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About generator-mcp

Yeoman Generator to quickly create a new MCP Server

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Overview

What is generator-mcp?

generator-mcp is a Yeoman generator that quickly scaffolds a new MCP (Model Context Protocol) Server project. It is intended for developers who want to create a new MCP server from scratch with minimal setup.

How to use generator-mcp?

First, install Yeoman and generator-mcp globally via npm (Node.js must be pre-installed). Then run yo mcp in your terminal to generate a new project. Open the generated project in VS Code and press F5 to start debugging; MCP Inspector will open automatically in your browser.

Key features of generator-mcp

Creates a new MCP Server project with Yeoman scaffolding.
Supports debugging in VS Code with integrated MCP Inspector.
One-command generation via yo mcp.
Works on any platform with Node.js and npm.
Follows the standard Yeoman generator format.

Use cases of generator-mcp

Bootstrapping a new MCP server project quickly.
Standardizing MCP server project structure across a team.
Learning how to build an MCP server by examining the generated code.
Integrating with VS Code debugging workflow for rapid development.

FAQ from generator-mcp

What prerequisites are required?

Node.js and npm must be installed. Additionally, Yeoman (yo) and generator-mcp need to be installed globally using npm install -g yo and npm install -g generator-mcp.

How do I generate a new MCP server project?

Run the command yo mcp in your terminal. The generator will create the project files in the current directory.

How do I debug the generated MCP server in VS Code?

Open the project folder in VS Code and press F5. After a short wait, MCP Inspector will automatically open in your default browser, allowing you to test and debug the server.

Frequently asked questions

What prerequisites are required?

Node.js and npm must be installed. Additionally, Yeoman (`yo`) and generator-mcp need to be installed globally using `npm install -g yo` and `npm install -g generator-mcp`.

How do I generate a new MCP server project?

Run the command `yo mcp` in your terminal. The generator will create the project files in the current directory.

How do I debug the generated MCP server in VS Code?

Open the project folder in VS Code and press `F5`. After a short wait, MCP Inspector will automatically open in your default browser, allowing you to test and debug the server.