- Maven Tools Mcp Server
Maven Tools Mcp Server
What is Maven Tools MCP?
Maven Tools MCP is an AI-powered server that provides instant and accurate dependency analysis for various JVM build tools including Maven, Gradle, SBT, and Mill. It offers a faster and more reliable alternative to traditional web searches for dependency management.
How to use Maven Tools MCP?
To use Maven Tools MCP, you can set it up via Docker with a simple command. Once running, you can interact with it through your AI assistant by asking questions about your project dependencies, such as checking for the latest versions or analyzing dependency age.
Key features of Maven Tools MCP?
- Bulk Operations: Analyze over 20 dependencies in one call, significantly reducing time from 60+ seconds to under 500ms.
- Universal JVM Support: Compatible with all major JVM build tools using standard Maven coordinates.
- Version Intelligence: Automatic classification of dependency versions (stable, RC, beta, alpha) with filtering options.
- Age Analysis: Classifies dependencies as fresh, current, aging, or stale, providing actionable insights.
- Context7 Integration: Offers smart documentation hints for complex upgrades and migrations.
- Enterprise Performance: Delivers cached responses in under 100ms.
Use cases of Maven Tools MCP?
- Quickly check all dependencies in a build file for the latest versions.
- Filter and show only stable versions for production deployments.
- Analyze the age of dependencies to identify which ones need attention.
- Compare current versions and suggest stable upgrades.
FAQ from Maven Tools MCP?
- How does this differ from Dependabot?
Unlike Dependabot, which automates PRs, Maven Tools MCP provides instant, interactive dependency intelligence for decision-making.
- Can it work with private Maven repositories?
Currently, it only supports Maven Central.
- What AI assistants does it work with?
It is compatible with any MCP-compatible assistant, including Claude Desktop and GitHub Copilot.
Server Config
{
"mcpServers": {
"maven-tools": {
"command": "docker",
"args": [
"run",
"-i",
"--rm",
"-e",
"SPRING_PROFILES_ACTIVE=docker",
"arvindand/maven-tools-mcp:latest"
]
}
}
}