MCP Server And Gw
This project is a bridging tool that connects Claude Desktop to remote servers. It uses Node.js to convert protocols from stdio to HTTP SSE, supporting service discovery and tool calls of the MCP protocol.
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What is MCP Server and Gateway?
The MCP Server and Gateway acts as a communication bridge between Claude Desktop and remote servers. It converts standard input/output (stdio) to HTTP Server-Sent Events (SSE), allowing Claude Desktop to interact with external services even when direct remote connections aren't supported.How does it work?
The solution consists of three components: 1) A gateway that translates between protocols, 2) A server that handles MCP requests, and 3) A client for testing. It follows the Model Context Protocol specification for AI tool integration.When to use this solution?
Ideal when you need to connect Claude Desktop to custom backend services, develop AI tools with faster iteration cycles, or test MCP implementations independently from Claude Desktop.Key Features
Protocol ConversionConverts between stdio and HTTP SSE transports as specified in MCP standards
Claude Desktop IntegrationSeamlessly connects to Claude Desktop through configuration file
Independent DevelopmentAllows server and client development without requiring Claude Desktop
Tool IntegrationSupports MCP tool definitions and calls (e.g., SQL queries, visualizations)
Pros and Cons
Advantages
Enables remote server connections not natively supported by Claude Desktop
Flexible implementation - server can be written in any language
Accelerates development with standalone testing capability
Follows standard MCP specification for compatibility
Limitations
Requires Node.js runtime environment
Additional configuration needed for Claude Desktop
Currently focused on HTTP SSE transport only
Setup Guide
Install the package
Install the gateway package globally or run it directly with npx
Configure Claude Desktop
Add the gateway configuration to Claude's config file
Start your server
Run your MCP-compatible server on the specified port
Launch Claude Desktop
Start Claude Desktop to connect to your server through the gateway
Usage Scenarios
Developing Custom ToolsCreate and test new MCP tools without redeploying Claude Desktop
Server DebuggingUse the client.js example to debug server implementations
Protocol InspectionUse MCP Inspector to analyze protocol messages
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do I need this gateway?
Can I use languages other than JavaScript for the server?
Where is Claude's configuration file located?
How can I test my server without Claude Desktop?
Additional Resources
Model Context Protocol Specification
Official MCP specification documentation
MCP Inspector Package
Tool for analyzing MCP protocol messages
Example Server Implementation
Reference server and client implementations
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