The Skill MCP Server enables any MCP-compatible AI agent to access and execute Claude Skills packages through a standardized interface, providing plug-and-play access to specialized tools and workflows without requiring native skill support.
Core Capabilities:
Discover Skills - List all available skills with descriptions using
list_skillsLoad Skill Instructions - Access detailed usage guides from
SKILL.mdfiles usingskillAccess Resources - Read reference documents, templates, and materials bundled within skills using
skill_resourceExecute Scripts - Run Python, Shell, JavaScript, or TypeScript scripts securely in a sandboxed environment using
skill_scriptManage Workspace Files - Read, write, and edit files in a designated workspace directory through
file_read,file_write, andfile_editHot Reload - Add new skills without server restarts
Universal Compatibility - Works with any MCP-compatible client (Claude Desktop, Claude Code, etc.)
Use Cases: Data analysis, document generation, API integration, code review automation, DevOps workflows, and any specialized task packageable as reusable instructions, scripts, and reference materials.
Enables the execution of JavaScript scripts bundled within skill folders, allowing AI agents to perform custom logic and scriptable actions.
Uses Markdown files to define skill instructions, metadata, and workflow guides that are dynamically loaded and interpreted by AI agents.
Allows for the execution of Python scripts included in modular skill directories to perform data analysis, automation, and other specialized tasks.
Supports the execution of TypeScript scripts as part of bundled skills, providing a structured environment for extending AI agent capabilities.
Click on "Install Server".
Wait a few minutes for the server to deploy. Once ready, it will show a "Started" state.
In the chat, type
@followed by the MCP server name and your instructions, e.g., "@Skill MCP Serverlist all available skills"
That's it! The server will respond to your query, and you can continue using it as needed.
Here is a step-by-step guide with screenshots.
Skill MCP Server π
π What is Skill MCP Server?
Skill MCP Server is a standard Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that bridges Claude Skills to any AI agent that supports MCP.
Previously, Claude Skills were mainly used in Anthropic's official tools. If your AI application doesn't support Skills, you'd have to implement your own parsing and execution logic, which is a hassle. With this project, you can simply configure it and let any MCP-compatible Agent use standard Skill files directly.
π¬ Demo
π‘ Core Concepts
π MCP (Model Context Protocol): Think of it as a "USB interface" for AI. As long as your AI assistant supports this interface, it can connect to various tools and services.
π¦ Claude Skills: Think of them as "skill packages" for AI. They're not just documentation β they include instructions (
SKILL.md), accompanying scripts (Python/JS), and reference materials.
Skill MCP Server is a "converter" that helps various agents use the Skill ecosystem, enabling plug-and-play functionality.
π Why Choose Skill MCP Server?
If your Agent doesn't support Skills yet, this project can help you quickly integrate:
Dimension | Natively Supported Agents (e.g., Claude Code) | Other Agents (with this project) |
Access Barrier | Deep integration, usually non-portable | Low barrier, standard MCP protocol |
Development Burden | Official implementation complete | Zero code, no need to build Skill parser |
Flexibility | Tied to specific clients | Cross-platform, works with any MCP-compatible agent |
Feature Parity | Full script, resource & file stream support | Perfect alignment, same dynamic execution & resource access |
β¨ Features
π οΈ Highly Standardized: Strictly follows MCP protocol
π Universal Compatibility: Not tied to any vendor, works with all MCP-compatible AI clients
β‘ Zero-Code Integration: Helps agents without native Skill support quickly access the Skill ecosystem
π¦ Fully Compatible: Supports
SKILL.mdformat andscripts/,references/resource directoriesπ Workspace Isolation: Supports
--workspaceparameter to specify where Skill output files are storedπ Hot Reload: Add new skills without restarting the server
π Secure by Design: Path validation, sandboxed file operations
π Quick Start
Recommended: Use uvx to run without manual installation.
π₯ Installation
βοΈ Configure MCP
Add Skill MCP Server to your MCP client configuration. All MCP-compatible clients use the same configuration format:
Using uvx (recommended, no installation needed):
Using local installation:
Configuration file locations:
Claude Desktop:
claude_desktop_config.json(location varies by OS)Claude Code:
~/.claude.jsonOther MCP clients: Refer to your client's documentation
Parameter Explanation:
--skills-dir: Core parameter. Set to the root directory containing all Skill folders you want your agent to use.--workspace: Important parameter. Specifies where Skill execution output files (code, reports, etc.) are saved.
π οΈ Available Tools (MCP Tools)
Once connected, your AI agent can use the following tools:
π
list_skills: List all available skillsπ
skill: Load a specific skill to get detailed instructions from itsSKILL.mdπ
skill_resource: Read reference documents or templates from skill packagesβΆοΈ
skill_script: Execute scripts bundled with skills in a secure environmentπ
file_read: Read files from the specified workspaceβοΈ
file_write: Write files to the specified workspaceβοΈ
file_edit: Edit existing files in the workspace
π Creating Skills
A standard Skill structure looks like this:
SKILL.md Example:
SKILL.md Format
πΌ Use Cases
π Data Analysis: Enable agents to perform data analysis
π Document Generation: Enable agents to create professional documents
π API Integration: Enable agents to integrate with specific APIs
π Code Review: Enable agents to follow team standards
π DevOps Tasks: Enable agents to automate deployment workflows
π Documentation
β¨ Creating Skills
π€ Publishing Guide
π οΈ Development
π€ Contributing
Contributions are welcome! Please see CONTRIBUTING.md for guidelines.
If this project helps you, please give it a βοΈ Star.
π License
MIT License - see LICENSE for details.