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Docker MCP
MCP server for launching, managing, and controlling Docker containers from AI
An MCP server providing Docker API integration. Enables AI to manage containers by starting/stopping them, managing images, retrieving logs, and configuring networks.
Author: Docker
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Install: docker run -v /var/run/docker.sock:/var/run/docker.sock docker/mcp-server
Key Features Container lifecycle management Docker image building and management Real-time container log retrieval Network and volume configuration Automated Docker operations from AI
Use Cases Automated dev environment setup — AI automatically launches containers based on project requirements to instantly set up development environments. Production monitoring and control — Retrieve running container logs for diagnostics and enable AI to automatically restart containers when needed. Microservices orchestration — Start/stop multiple containers via AI commands to efficiently manage microservices architecture.