Cpp Guidelines MCP Server

Enforce consistent C++ style and best practices across your codebase. Analyze naming conventions, memory safety, and const correctness, and get

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What is the Cpp Guidelines MCP Server?

Enforce consistent C++ style and best practices across your codebase. Analyze naming conventions, memory safety, and const correctness, and get actionable

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

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ToolWhat it does
check_namingValidate C++ identifiers (variables, classes, functions, etc.) against naming conventions
check_include_guardVerify header file include guards or pragma once usage
analyze_memory_safetyDetect memory leaks, dangling pointers, and unsafe memory patterns
suggest_modern_cppGet modernization suggestions targeting C++11 through C++23
check_const_correctnessFind missing const qualifiers on member functions, parameters, and variables

How to install the Cpp Guidelines MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "cpp-style": {
      "command": "uv",
      "args": [
        "run",
        "mcp",
        "run",
        "cpp_style_server.py"
      ],
      "cwd": "/path/to/cpp_guidelines_mcp"
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Example prompts to try

  • “Use Cpp Guidelines MCP to check naming.”
  • “Use Cpp Guidelines MCP to check include guard.”
  • “Use Cpp Guidelines MCP to analyze memory safety.”

Frequently asked questions

Enforce consistent C++ style and best practices across your codebase. Analyze naming conventions, memory safety, and const correctness, and get actionable Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.