mcp_shell_server

An MCP server capable of executing any terminal command securely and efficiently

MCP Shell Server - Udemy Course Project

This repository contains the final project developed during the Udemy course: “Build, Connect, Deploy: Master MCP Servers, MCP Clients, Tools & Resources for Powerful LLM Applications”.

Project Overview

The project demonstrates a fully functional MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that enables the execution of arbitrary shell commands from connected clients. The purpose of this server is to provide a secure and flexible interface between language models and the underlying operating system through shell access.

Key Features

• Shell Command Execution: Supports dynamic execution of any shell command via a structured MCP interface.
• Cross-Platform Support: Compatible with Linux, macOS, and Windows (via CMD or PowerShell).
• Resource Exposure: Provides useful system-level information such as platform, hostname, shell path, and environment details.
• Secure Execution: Implements safeguards like command restrictions, output length limits, and execution timeouts.
• Easy Integration: Designed to be easily embedded in larger AI agent systems or connected with popular MCP clients.

Tech Stack

• Python
• MCP Protocol
• Shell/Terminal Interfaces

This repository reflects my practical understanding and hands-on application of the principles taught in the course. Feedback and contributions are welcome!