The Headless Code Editor MCP Server is a powerful, language-agnostic code editor. It leverages the Language Server Protocol (LSP) and the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to provide advanced code intelligence and AI-assisted code manipulation.
To use the server, first install its dependencies and build the project. Then, start the server pointing to your target workspace. You can create new editing sessions, apply code edits, and validate the current code state using the available MCP tools via its API.
Key features include full Language Server Protocol (LSP) support, secure filesystem operations with strict access controls, and state management for session-based editing. It offers in-depth analysis for TypeScript/JavaScript code, React component detection and manipulation, and comprehensive logging with error tracking.
Primary use cases are AI-assisted code editing for TypeScript/JavaScript projects, automating React component manipulation, and enhancing security in code transactions through strict file access controls.
It currently supports TypeScript and JavaScript, with future plans to include Python and Java. It is suitable for team development, designed for session-based editing that facilitates collaboration. Detailed documentation covering architecture, design principles, and integration is available.