mcp-cli-exec

What is this MCP

This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed for executing command-line interface (CLI) commands with structured output. It provides tools for running raw commands or multiple commands in a specified working directory, with detailed execution results including stdout, stderr, exit codes, and execution duration.

How to use this MCP

The MCP can be installed via npm/pnpm or used with npx. It integrates with tools like Cline VSCode Extension and Claude Desktop by adding configuration to their respective settings files. The server accepts JSON-formatted requests containing commands to execute and returns structured responses with execution results.

What this MCP can be used for

This MCP is useful for developers and AI systems that need to execute shell commands programmatically and receive structured output. It enables automation of CLI workflows, integration of command execution in development environments, and provides a reliable way for AI assistants to interact with the command line while maintaining execution context.