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mcp powershell exec

MCP Server for executing PowerShell scripts

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About This Server

MCP Server for executing PowerShell scripts

Model Context Protocol (MCP) - This server can be integrated with AI applications to provide additional context and capabilities, enabling enhanced AI interactions and functionality.

Documentation

MCP PowerShell Exec Server

Overview

MCP PowerShell Exec Server is a lightweight server that accepts PowerShell scripts as strings, executes them, and returns the output. Enabling AI assistants to understand and work with PowerShell.

Features

  • Accepts PowerShell scripts via string input
  • Executes scripts securely in an MCP Server environment
  • Returns execution results in real-time

Installation

Clone the repository and set up the server:

git clone https://github.com/yourusername/mcp-powershell-exec.git
cd mcp-powershell-exec

In Action

Watch the video to see MCP PowerShell Exec Server in action:

Usage

Integration with GitHub Copilot in VSCode Insiders

To use this MCP server with GitHub Copilot in VSCode Insiders, follow these steps:

  1. Install VSCode Insiders

    • Download and install the latest version of VSCode Insiders
  2. Install GitHub Copilot Extension

    • Open VSCode Insiders
    • Go to the Extensions marketplace
    • Search for and install "GitHub Copilot"
  3. Configure MCP Server

    • Open .vscode/mcp.json
    {
     "servers": {
         "powershell-integration": {
             "command": "py", // Python executable
             "args": [
                "drive:/yourpath/server.py"
             ],
             "env": {}
         }
     }
    }
    

    Replace the path with the actual path to your server.py file.

  4. Enable Agent Mode

    • Open Copilot chat in VSCode Insiders
    • Click on "Copilot Edits"
    • Choose "Agent mode"
    • Click the refresh button in the chat input to load the available tools

System Requirements

  • Python: Version 3.10 or higher (required for optimal performance)
  • PowerShell: Version 5.1

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Support

For issues and questions:

  • Create an issue in this GitHub repository

Quick Start

1

Clone the repository

git clone https://github.com/dfinke/mcp-powershell-exec
2

Install dependencies

cd mcp-powershell-exec
npm install
3

Follow the documentation

Check the repository's README.md file for specific installation and usage instructions.

Repository Details

Ownerdfinke
Repomcp-powershell-exec
LanguagePython
LicenseMIT License
Last fetched8/10/2025

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