What is an MCP Server?

An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server acts as a bridge, enabling AI models to access external data sources and tools by standardizing application context delivery to LLMs.

What is create-mcp-ts?

create-mcp-ts is a tool for creating new MCP servers in TypeScript with zero build configuration. It automates setup and provides essential build tools.

How do I get started with create-mcp-ts?

Run npm init mcp-ts your-server, then cd your-server, and npm run dev to start a new MCP server project.

How do I configure my MCP server in Cursor, Windsurf, and Claude Desktop?

Run npm run setup in your project directory to automatically configure your server in these clients.

Can I use a custom template with create-mcp-ts?

Yes, you can use custom templates by passing the template npm package name or file path to the npx create-mcp-ts command.

How do I publish my MCP server to npm?

Set the version in package.json and ensure private is false. Then, run npm install, npm run build, npm login (if needed), and npm publish.

What if I want to customize the build process?

You can eject from mcp-scripts by running npm run eject. This will move the configuration and build dependencies into your project for customization.

What do I do if I have issues running my MCP server?

First, confirm you have Node.js installed globally by running node --version. If not, install it from the official Node.js website.

What if I’m using a Node.js version manager?

Specify the full path to the Node.js binary in your MCP config if your client environment doesn’t have access to the full system PATH.

Where can I report issues with create-mcp-ts?

Please open an issue on the GitHub repository.