MCP Bash Framework – Portable Bash-only framework for MCP servers

Summary: MCP Bash Framework is a Bash-only tool for creating Model Context Protocol servers without extra runtimes. It enables exposing existing shell script automation to MCP clients with minimal setup, offering zero dependencies, cross-platform support, and protocol compliance.

What it does

It implements the MCP specification for stdio transport, providing a CLI, scaffolding tools, resource providers, and progress streaming to build MCP servers using only Bash.

Who it's for

Users who want to expose shell script automation to MCP clients without adding new runtimes or stacks.

Why it matters

It solves the challenge of integrating shell script automation with MCP clients while avoiding complex dependencies or new infrastructure.