What is the MCP Server AIBD Devcontainer?
It is a server that integrates AI assistants with Visual Studio Code DevContainers. It enables AI tools to work directly within a containerized development environment.
How do you use it?
Install it by cloning the AIBD Devcontainer Repository. Open it in VS Code and use the Reopen in Container command. The MCP server will then be active for AI-assisted development.
What are its key features?
It supports full file system operations like read, write, and edit. It can browse directory trees and search for files. For safety, it offers mcpPlan (read-only) and mcpAct (read-write) modes. Security is managed through allowed directory restrictions. It also provides a REST API and optional shell command execution.
What are the main use cases?
It boosts productivity in AI-aided coding. It facilitates collaboration between developers and AI tools. It allows secure management of files inside development containers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is setup difficult? No, it uses a pre-configured devcontainer for a simple setup.
What are the operational modes? The mcpPlan mode is for safe exploration, while mcpAct allows system modifications.
Is shell execution safe? It is disabled by default. If enabled, use caution as safety depends on your configuration.