Boilerplate FAQs

Question 1

What are the main features?

Accepted Answer

Key features include a STDIO MCP server for AI client integration, CLI support for testing, IP address lookup functionality, and automated release management via GitHub Actions.

Question 2

How do I configure it for Claude Desktop or Cursor AI?

Accepted Answer

You can configure the server either by passing configurations directly within Claude/Cursor or by creating a global configuration file at `$HOME/.mcp/configs.json`. The global config is recommended for easier management.

Question 3

What is Boilerplate MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

It's a TypeScript-based implementation of a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server, providing a foundation for building AI applications and integrating tools with platforms like Claude Desktop and Cursor AI.

Question 4

What configuration options are available?

Accepted Answer

Available configuration options include `DEBUG` to enable debug logging and `IPAPI_API_TOKEN` for the IP API service (if required). These can be configured through environment variables or the global configuration file.

Question 5

How do I install Boilerplate MCP Server?

Accepted Answer

You can install it globally using `npm install -g @aashari/boilerplate-mcp-server` to use it as a CLI tool, or locally by cloning the repository and running `npm install`.

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