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Go MCP Server Generator

GitHubOfficialOriginally contributed by @troystaylor as prompts/go-mcp-server-generator.prompt.md; moved into a skill by pull request #761Distributed by GitHub

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Generate a complete Go MCP server project with proper structure, dependencies, and implementation using the official github.com/modelcontextprotocol/go-sdk.
— the description by troystaylor

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This skill provides a standardized template and workflow for scaffolding Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers in Go. It ensures developers follow best practices, including proper project structure, dependency management using the official Go SDK, type-safe tool definitions, graceful shutdown handling, and integrated testing patterns.

What it does

  • Initializes a Go module with the official MCP SDK dependency.
  • Creates a modular project structure separating tools, configuration, and main logic.
  • Provides boilerplate for tool registration and handler implementation.
  • Implements graceful shutdown logic using context and OS signals.
  • Generates a README template with configuration and usage documentation.
  • Includes a testing template for validating tool handler logic.

When to use it

  • When starting a new MCP server project in Go.
  • When you need a consistent, production-ready architecture for your MCP tools.
  • When you want to ensure your MCP server handles context and signals correctly.

Advantages

  • Reduces boilerplate setup time for new MCP projects.
  • Enforces consistent project structure and coding patterns.
  • Promotes type safety through struct-based input/output definitions.
  • Includes built-in support for testing and configuration management.

Usage examples

“Generate a new Go MCP server project named 'file-manager-mcp'.”
The agent creates a directory structure with a go.mod file, main.go, and the necessary tool/config packages, pre-configured for the MCP SDK.

Install

  1. Download the skill as a ZIP:

    https://mp-staging.autogineer.com/agent-skills/github/go-mcp-server-generator/download
  2. Unzip it into the cross-client skills folder of your project:

    mkdir -p .agents/skills && unzip go-mcp-server-generator.zip -d .agents/skills

Documentation by troystaylor

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:

  1. Project Structure: Proper Go module layout

  2. Dependencies: Official MCP SDK and necessary packages

  3. Server Setup: Configured MCP server with transports

  4. Tools: At least 2-3 useful tools with typed inputs/outputs

  5. Error Handling: Proper error handling and context usage

  6. Documentation: README with setup and usage instructions

  7. 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()
    input := tools.Tool1Input{
        Param1: "test",
        Param2: 42,
    }

    result, output, err := tools.Tool1Handler(ctx, nil, input)
    if err != nil {
        t.Fatalf("Tool1Handler failed: %v", err)
    }

    if output.Status != "success" {
        t.Errorf("Expected status 'success', got '%s'", output.Status)
    }

    if result != nil {
        t.Error("Expected result to be nil")
    }
}

README.md Template

# {{PROJECT_NAME}}

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server built with Go.

## Description

{{PROJECT_DESCRIPTION}}

## Installation

\`\`\`bash
go mod download
go build -o {{PROJECT_NAME}}
\`\`\`

## Usage

Run the server with stdio transport:

\`\`\`bash
./{{PROJECT_NAME}}
\`\`\`

## Configuration

Configure via environment variables:

- `SERVER_NAME`: Server name (default: "{{PROJECT_NAME}}")
- `VERSION`: Server version (default: "v1.0.0")
- `LOG_LEVEL`: Logging level (default: "info")

## Available Tools

### tool1
{{TOOL1_DESCRIPTION}}

**Input:**
- `param1` (string, required): First parameter
- `param2` (int, optional): Second parameter

**Output:**
- `result` (string): Operation result
- `status` (string): Status of the operation

## Development

Run tests:

\`\`\`bash
go test ./...
\`\`\`

Build:

\`\`\`bash
go build -o {{PROJECT_NAME}}
\`\`\`

## License

MIT

Generation Instructions

When generating a Go MCP server:

  1. Initialize Module: Create go.mod with proper module path

  2. Structure: Follow the template directory structure

  3. Type Safety: Use structs with JSON schema tags for all inputs/outputs

  4. Error Handling: Validate inputs, check context, wrap errors

  5. Documentation: Add clear descriptions and examples

  6. Testing: Include at least one test per tool

  7. Configuration: Use environment variables for config

  8. Logging: Use structured logging (log/slog)

  9. Graceful Shutdown: Handle signals properly

  10. Transport: Default to stdio, document alternatives

Best Practices

  • Keep tools focused and single-purpose

  • Use descriptive names for types and functions

  • Include JSON schema documentation in struct tags

  • Always respect context cancellation

  • Return descriptive errors

  • Keep main.go minimal, logic in packages

  • Write tests for tool handlers

  • Document all exported functions

Files

Requirements and compatibility

Written for: GitHub Copilot

Works with: Claude Code, Claude apps, OpenAI Codex, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Gemini CLI, Kiro, OpenCode, Goose, Amp, Roo Code, JetBrains Junie, Factory Droid, Devin (ex-Windsurf), Mistral Vibe, OpenHands, Letta

“Works with” means the tool reads the open Agent Skills format; a skill written for one tool may use features others lack.

Needs: Needs an MCP server

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Attribution and licence

Originally contributed by
GitHub avatar of troystaylor@troystayloras prompts/go-mcp-server-generator.prompt.mdmoved into a skill by pull request #761
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MIT License (redistribution allowed)
  • LICENSE (added by AutoGineer from LICENSE)
  • ATTRIBUTION.md (written by AutoGineer)
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