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jCodeMunch MCP server

jgravelle/jcodemunch-mcp

Retrieves code by symbol via tree-sitter, so an agent reads the function it needs, not the file.

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Install jCodeMunch in Claude Code

Claude Code
claude mcp add jcodemunch -- uvx jcodemunch-mcp
mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "jcodemunch": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "jcodemunch-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

Frequently asked questions

What does the jCodeMunch MCP server do?

Retrieves code by symbol via tree-sitter, so an agent reads the function it needs, not the file.

Is the jCodeMunch MCP server free?

Yes, most likely. Open source and no paid account or API key is mentioned in the listing. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does jCodeMunch run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add jCodeMunch to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add jcodemunch -- uvx jcodemunch-mcp

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