Basics FAQs

Question 1

What is Basics and how does it help developers?

Accepted Answer

Basics is a centralized Model Context Protocol (MCP) server designed to provide common development tools, like code formatting and language migration, across all your Cline projects from a single installation. This eliminates the need for per-project tool setup.

Question 2

What kind of development tools does Basics include?

Accepted Answer

Basics comes pre-configured with tools for code formatting using Prettier and JavaScript to TypeScript migration. It's also highly extensible, allowing you to easily add any command-line tool via a simple JSON configuration.

Question 3

Can I use Basics with any project directory?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Basics supports directory-specific tool execution. This means you can run configured tools, such as the formatter or translator, on any of your project directories, ensuring consistency across your entire development environment.

Question 4

How do I add new tools to the Basics server?

Accepted Answer

Adding new tools is straightforward. You simply edit the `tools.json` file within the Basics directory, adding the name and command for your desired tool. It will then automatically become available for use in your Cline projects without requiring a server restart.

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