How do I add custom tools or resources?

Modify the respective handler files (`src/mcp/tools.rs`, `src/mcp/resources.rs`) and optionally the corresponding JSON templates.

How can I integrate with Claude Desktop?

Edit `claude_desktop_config.json` to add the server with command `"mcp-rs-template"` and args `["--mcp"]`, along with any environment variables like `API_KEY`.

What credentials does it need?

It reads `API_KEY` from the environment. Store these in your client's env block or a secrets manager — never commit them to a repository — and grant the narrowest scope that still covers your use case.

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MCP Rust CLI Server Template MCP Server

Model Context Protocol (MCP) CLI server template for Rust

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What is the MCP Rust CLI Server Template MCP Server?

Model Context Protocol (MCP) CLI server template for Rust

What the server does

Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open protocol that enables seamless integration between LLM applications and external data sources and tools. Whether you’re building an AI-powered IDE, enhancing a chat interface, or creating custom AI workflows, MCP provides a standardized way to connect LLMs with the context they need.

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
rpc-router	json-rpc routing library - https://github.com/jeremychone/rust-rpc-router/

How to install the MCP Rust CLI Server Template MCP Server

{
   "mcpServers": {
      "current-time": {
         "command": "mcp-rs-template",
         "args": [
            "--mcp"
         ],
         "env": {
            "API_KEY": "xxxx"
         }
      }
   }
}

Configuration as documented by the project. Restart the client after saving.

Configuration

Variable	Description	Required
API_KEY	Credential the server authenticates with.	Yes

Example prompts to try

“Use MCP Rust CLI Server Template to rpc-router.”

Frequently asked questions

You need a Rust toolchain; the rust-rpc-router library is automatically included via Cargo.

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