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Terminator

Created at 5 months ago

by iris-networks

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A lightweight Model Context Protocol (MCP) server written in Go that enables secure terminal command execution on macOS and Linux. Supports persistent shell sessions, configurable timeouts, and both HTTP (StreamableHTTP) and STDIO transports. Designed for AI integrations and automation use cases with flexible session management and platform-aware execution.

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developer-tools

Tags

mcp

terminal

automation

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Terminator

What is Terminator?

Terminator is a lightweight Model Context Protocol (MCP) server written in Go that enables secure terminal command execution on macOS and Linux, designed for AI integrations and automation use cases.

How to use Terminator?

To use Terminator, build the server using make build, then run it in HTTP mode with ./mcp-terminal-server --http --port 8080 or in STDIO mode with ./mcp-terminal-server. You can test its functionality using curl commands to interact with the MCP endpoints.

Key features of Terminator?

  • Cross-platform support for macOS and Linux
  • Configurable timeouts for command execution
  • Secure execution in a controlled environment
  • Flexible shell support and multiple transport modes (STDIO and StreamableHTTP)
  • Persistent shell sessions to maintain state between commands

Use cases of Terminator?

  1. Automating terminal commands in development environments
  2. Integrating with AI systems for automated command execution
  3. Managing shell sessions for various applications

FAQ from Terminator?

  • Is Terminator secure?

Yes! It runs commands in a controlled environment with proper error handling.

  • Can I use Terminator on Windows?

No, Terminator is designed specifically for macOS and Linux.

  • How do I manage sessions?

You can manage sessions using the session_manager tool provided by the server.

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