go-mcp-server-generator
Helps your agent create a server in Go. It sets up the project structure, dependencies, and basic implementation using the official SDK.
What it does
This agent creates a Go server project for the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It sets up the basic structure, adds necessary tools, and prepares the server to run.
When to use it
- ✓When you need to create a new MCP server in Go.
- ✓When starting a project that uses the official MCP SDK.
- ✓To have a structured starting point for an MCP server.
Example of what to ask your AI
“Create an MCP server in Go named 'my-mcp-server' with 'calculator' and 'text-checker' tools.”
Want more? Open the sections below.
How to use
The easiest way: copy the message below and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or any AI. It reads the skill and follows the instructions.
Skill link
Ready-to-paste message
How it works
It uses the official Go SDK for MCP and generates files like 'main.go', 'go.mod', and folders for tools and configuration. It also includes a README with instructions.
Installation
Easiest way: copy the skill link and paste it into Claude, ChatGPT or Cursor asking it to follow the instructions.
In the terminal (Claude Code, Codex, Cursor), in your project folder:
npx skills add github/awesome-copilot --skill go-mcp-server-generatorOr download just the file:
curl -L https://raw.githubusercontent.com/github/awesome-copilot/main/skills/go-mcp-server-generator/SKILL.md -o SKILL.mdTechnical content (original SKILL.md)
Original text by the author, straight from GitHub.
Go MCP Server Project Generator
Generate a complete, production-ready Model Context Protocol (MCP) server project in Go.
Project Requirements
You will create a Go MCP server with:
- Project Structure: Proper Go module layout
- Dependencies: Official MCP SDK and necessary packages
- Server Setup: Configured MCP server with transports
- Tools: At least 2-3 useful tools with typed inputs/outputs
- Error Handling: Proper error handling and context usage
- Documentation: README with setup and usage instructions
- Testing: Basic test structure
Template Structure
myserver/
├── go.mod
├── go.sum
├── main.go
├── tools/
│ ├── tool1.go
│ └── tool2.go
├── resources/
│ └── resource1.go
├── config/
│ └── config.go
├── README.md
└── main_test.go
go.mod Template
module github.com/yourusername/{{PROJECT_NAME}}
go 1.23
require (
github.com/modelcontextprotocol/go-sdk v1.0.0
)
main.go Template
package main
import (
"context"
"log"
"os"
"os/signal"
"syscall"
"github.com/modelcontextprotocol/go-sdk/mcp"
"github.com/yourusername/{{PROJECT_NAME}}/config"
"github.com/yourusername/{{PROJECT_NAME}}/tools"
)
func main() {
cfg := config.Load()
ctx, cancel := context.WithCancel(context.Background())
defer cancel()
// Handle graceful shutdown
sigCh := make(chan os.Signal, 1)
signal.Notify(sigCh, os.Interrupt, syscall.SIGTERM)
go func() {
<-sigCh
log.Println("Shutting down...")
cancel()
}()
// Create server
server := mcp.NewServer(
&mcp.Implementation{
Name: cfg.ServerName,
Version: cfg.Version,
},
&mcp.Options{
Capabilities: &mcp.ServerCapabilities{
Tools: &mcp.ToolsCapability{},
Resources: &mcp.ResourcesCapability{},
Prompts: &mcp.PromptsCapability{},
},
},
)
// Register tools
tools.RegisterTools(server)
// Run server
transport := &mcp.StdioTransport{}
if err := server.Run(ctx, transport); err != nil {
log.Fatalf("Server error: %v", err)
}
}
tools/tool1.go Template
package tools
import (
"context"
"fmt"
"github.com/modelcontextprotocol/go-sdk/mcp"
)
type Tool1Input struct {
Param1 string `json:"param1" jsonschema:"required,description=First parameter"`
Param2 int `json:"param2,omitempty" jsonschema:"description=Optional second parameter"`
}
type Tool1Output struct {
Result string `json:"result" jsonschema:"description=The result of the operation"`
Status string `json:"status" jsonschema:"description=Operation status"`
}
func Tool1Handler(ctx context.Context, req *mcp.CallToolRequest, input Tool1Input) (
*mcp.CallToolResult,
Tool1Output,
error,
) {
// Validate input
if input.Param1 == "" {
return nil, Tool1Output{}, fmt.Errorf("param1 is required")
}
// Check context
if ctx.Err() != nil {
return nil, Tool1Output{}, ctx.Err()
}
// Perform operation
result := fmt.Sprintf("Processed: %s", input.Param1)
return nil, Tool1Output{
Result: result,
Status: "success",
}, nil
}
func RegisterTool1(server *mcp.Server) {
mcp.AddTool(server,
&mcp.Tool{
Name: "tool1",
Description: "Description of what tool1 does",
},
Tool1Handler,
)
}
tools/registry.go Template
package tools
import "github.com/modelcontextprotocol/go-sdk/mcp"
func RegisterTools(server *mcp.Server) {
RegisterTool1(server)
RegisterTool2(server)
// Register additional tools here
}
config/config.go Template
package config
import "os"
type Config struct {
ServerName string
Version string
LogLevel string
}
func Load() *Config {
return &Config{
ServerName: getEnv("SERVER_NAME", "{{PROJECT_NAME}}"),
Version: getEnv("VERSION", "v1.0.0"),
LogLevel: getEnv("LOG_LEVEL", "info"),
}
}
func getEnv(key, defaultValue string) string {
if value := os.Getenv(key); value != "" {
return value
}
return defaultValue
}
main_test.go Template
package main
import (
"context"
"testing"
"github.com/yourusername/{{PROJECT_NAME}}/tools"
)
func TestTool1Handler(t *testing.T) {
ctx := context.Background()
…
FAQ
What is MCP?
MCP stands for Model Context Protocol. It's a way to build services that can interact with AI models.
What are 'tools' in this context?
Tools are specific functions your MCP server can perform, like doing a calculation or processing text.
What does 'production-ready' mean?
It means the generated code follows good practices and is ready to be used in a real environment, with error handling and basic testing.
Details
Original description by the author
Generate a complete Go MCP server project with proper structure, dependencies, and implementation using the official github.com/modelcontextprotocol/go-sdk.
repo: github/awesome-copilot
Popularity
- GitHub stars
- 40k
- Ranking position
- #5175
- License
- MIT
- Updated
- 10/15/2026
Comments
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