kubectl
npxVerifiedThe kubectl MCP server allows AI agents to interact with Kubernetes clusters. It exposes kubectl commands for managing deployments, pods, and services. It connects directly to Kubernetes APIs, enabling agents to perform operations like scaling, rolling updates, and troubleshooting. Developers use it to automate cluster management and streamline workflows through natural language interactions.
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Overview
The kubectl MCP server allows AI agents to interact with Kubernetes clusters. It exposes kubectl commands for managing deployments, pods, and services. It connects directly to Kubernetes APIs, enabling agents to perform operations like scaling, rolling updates, and troubleshooting. Developers use it to automate cluster management and streamline workflows through natural language interactions.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y kubectl-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"rohitg00-kubectl-mcp-server-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y kubectl-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from kubectl?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
Configuration
No configuration required. This server works out of the box.
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in kubectl?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in kubectl"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in kubectl with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
Works with kubectl
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