- MCP Postgres Server
Overview
what is MCP Postgres Server?
MCP Postgres Server implements the Model Context Protocol (MCP) for Cursor, allowing the use of a PostgreSQL database as storage for model contexts.
how to use MCP Postgres Server?
To use MCP Postgres Server, clone the repository and start the server using Docker Compose with the command docker-compose up -d
. Then, configure it in Cursor by adding a new connection with the specified parameters.
key features of MCP Postgres Server?
- Executes read-only SQL queries with
postgres_query
- Lists all tables in the database with
postgres_list_tables
- Retrieves the schema of a specific table with
postgres_describe_table
use cases of MCP Postgres Server?
- Storing and managing model contexts for applications.
- Querying PostgreSQL databases securely through Cursor.
- Facilitating data exploration and management in a structured manner.
FAQ from MCP Postgres Server?
- What are the prerequisites for using MCP Postgres Server?
You need Docker and Docker Compose installed.
- How do I troubleshoot if the server doesn't start?
Check the container logs using
docker logs mcp-postgres-server
and restart the server withdocker-compose restart
.