Test Client FAQs

Question 1

How do I install and use the Test Client?

Accepted Answer

Install dependencies and build using `npm install` and `npm run build`. Use the provided TypeScript snippets to interact with the client as an MCP server or run the CLI with `npm run test`.

Question 2

What is the MCP Test Client?

Accepted Answer

The MCP Test Client is a tool that acts as both a server for Claude and a client for your MCP servers under development, allowing for easier testing and debugging.

Question 3

What are the main features of the Test Client?

Accepted Answer

Key features include deploying MCP servers to test environments, calling individual tools with custom arguments, running automated test suites, viewing server logs, and a CLI for interactive testing.

Question 4

Why should I use the MCP Test Client?

Accepted Answer

It streamlines your MCP server development workflow by letting you test and debug servers before formal registration with Claude, reducing integration issues and improving server quality.

Question 5

Does the Test Client support automated testing?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Test Client supports running automated test suites against your MCP servers, allowing for comprehensive testing and validation of responses.

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