mcpx
by lydakis·★ 52·Score 45
mcpx is a CLI tool that composes MCP servers into command-line interfaces.
Overview
mcpx provides a command-line interface for interacting with MCP servers, allowing users to list available tools and call them directly from the terminal. It supports both persistent server configuration and ephemeral connections, with features like caching, command shims, and integration with various AI coding assistants. The tool maintains tool output fidelity, allowing piping and parsing of results.
Try asking AI
After installing, here are 5 things you can ask your AI assistant:
When to choose this
Choose mcpx when you're a CLI power user who wants to integrate MCP tools into existing shell workflows and pipelines, or when you need to quickly test MCP servers before implementing them in larger systems.
When NOT to choose this
Don't choose mcpx if you primarily work through GUI interfaces, or if you need deep integration with specific AI agents beyond basic skill injection.
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Installation
Installation
**Homebrew (macOS):**
brew tap lydakis/mcpx
brew install --cask mcpx**npm:**
npm install -g mcpx-go**PyPI:**
pip install mcpx-go**From source:**
go build ./...
./mcpx --versionClaude Desktop Integration
Add to Claude Desktop config:
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcpx": {
"command": "mcpx",
"args": ["skill", "install"]
}
}
}FAQ
- Does mcpx support all MCP servers?
- Yes, mcpx can connect to any MCP server by specifying its endpoint, whether it's a local manifest, URL, or already configured server.
- Can I use mcpx with existing MCP configurations?
- Yes, mcpx auto-discovers existing MCP configurations from Cursor, Claude Code, Cline, Codex, and Kiro.
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