How do I install the gdb mcp server?

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GDB MCP Server

A GDB/MI protocol server based on the MCP protocol, providing remote application debugging capabilities with AI assistants.

Local serverstdio

What is the GDB MCP Server?

GDB becomes available to MCP clients through the gdb mcp server. A GDB/MI protocol server based on the MCP protocol, providing remote application debugging capabilities with AI assistants.

What GDB does

A GDB/MI protocol server based on the MCP protocol, providing remote application debugging capabilities with AI assistants.

Key capabilities

Create and manage GDB debug sessions
Set and manage breakpoints
View stack information and variables
Control program execution (run, pause, step, etc.)
Support concurrent multi-session debugging
A built-in TUI to inspect agent behaviors so that you can improve your prompt (WIP)

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Example prompts to try

“Use GDB to SSE.”

Frequently asked questions

A GDB/MI protocol server based on the MCP protocol, providing remote application debugging capabilities with AI assistants. Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.