GavinLucas/docker-mcp

What it does

GavinLucas/docker-mcp is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that provides comprehensive Docker daemon management capabilities. It enables AI assistants to interact with Docker infrastructure through 162 specialized tools, supporting both local socket and remote connections via TCP, TLS, and SSH protocols.

Key features

• Manages single or multiple Docker daemons
• 162 tools spanning containers, images, Docker Compose, Swarm, Buildx, Scout, and OCI registries
• Readonly mode for safe monitoring without modification permissions
• Exposes logs and container statistics as MCP resources
• Cross-platform support (Linux, macOS, Windows)
• Remote daemon management over TCP/TLS/SSH connections

How to set up

Installation requires Python and involves cloning the repository, installing dependencies, and configuring the MCP server settings. For local Docker access, the tool uses the standard Docker socket; for remote access, configure TCP/TLS or SSH connection parameters. Integration with Claude or other MCP-compatible AI platforms enables direct Docker command execution through natural language.