Server-Run-Commands: Streamline Remote Ops & Secure Automation

What is Server-Run-Commands: Streamline Remote Ops & Secure Automation?

Server-Run-Commands is a tool built on the ModelContextProtocol (MCP) framework enabling secure execution of local OS commands via remote interfaces like Claude Desktop. It bridges the gap between AI-driven workflows and system-level operations without compromising security, allowing users to automate tasks while maintaining control over command execution environments.

How to Use Server-Run-Commands: Streamline Remote Ops & Secure Automation?

• Installation: Clone the repository and install dependencies using npm
• Configuration: Add MCP server details to claude_desktop_config.json specifying Node.js path and project directory
• Execution: Trigger commands through compatible AI platforms to receive real-time exit codes and output streams

Key Features of Server-Run-Commands: Streamline Remote Ops & Secure Automation?

• Secure sandboxed execution environment for untrusted commands
• Granular control over command output and error handling
• Native MCP integration for AI-driven workflow automation
• Lightweight architecture with minimal system footprint
• Support for complex command pipelines and parameterization

Use Cases of Server-Run-Commands: Streamline Remote Ops & Secure Automation?

• Automated system monitoring via AI-powered alert triggers
• Secure deployment of infrastructure scripts from cloud platforms
• Remote troubleshooting with command-based diagnostic workflows
• Continuous integration pipelines for server configuration checks
• Orchestration of multi-step administrative tasks across environments

FAQ from Server-Run-Commands: Streamline Remote Ops & Secure Automation?

• Is this tool secure? Yes, commands run in isolated processes with configurable permissions
• Does it work with other AI platforms? MCP compatibility allows integration with any compliant interface
• Can I schedule recurring commands? Requires external scheduler integration with the API
• What OS platforms are supported? Designed for Unix-based systems with partial Windows support
• How are errors handled? Exit codes and stderr streams are returned for proactive error management

server-run-commands

MCP server to run commands on the local OS

Code written following the official MCP guide:

• https://modelcontextprotocol.io/quickstart

Tools

• run-command
  • Run a command on the local OS
  • Input: command (string)
  • Passes the process exit code and stdout back to the LLM

Installation

• git clone https://github.com/anton-107/server-run-commands.git
• cd server-run-commands
• npm install
• npm run build

Usage with Claude Desktop

Add this to your claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "run-commands": {
      "command": "<PATH TO LOCAL NODE>",
      "args": [
        "<PATH TO GIT CLONE FOLDER>/server-run-commands/build"
      ]
    }
  }
}