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WordPress/mcp-adapter

An MCP adapter that bridges the Abilities API to the Model Context Protocol, enabling MCP clients to discover and invoke WordPress plugin, theme, and core abilities programmatically.

PHP ◇ developer-tools GPL-2.0
★1.8KSTARS
⑂197FORKS
!65ISSUES
🏆#2,014GLOBAL RANK
🔥2DAYS TRENDING
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mcp-adapter gained 44 stars in the last 30 days, about 1 a day, and now has 1.8K. It is about 1 year old and has averaged roughly 1.8K stars a year. It ranks #144 among PHP repositories and #2,014 across all languages on GitHubRepo.

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mcp-adapter has maintained a continuous presence across global trending indexes, peaking at #2099. Below is the 30-day activity profile:

💡 Overview

mcp-adapter is an open-source project written in PHP: An MCP adapter that bridges the Abilities API to the Model Context Protocol, enabling MCP clients to discover and invoke WordPress plugin, theme, and core abilities programmatically.

Engineered for speed, consistency, and developer ease, it solves common hurdles in PHP. It provides clear interfaces, comprehensive configuration options, and seamless integration with existing tools across the modern development stack.

⚡ Key Features

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Optimized execution pipeline written in PHP for predictable speed.

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Zero-friction configuration with comprehensive sensible defaults out of the box.

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Cross-platform runtime support across Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.

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Strong typing and modular architecture designed for easy extension and maintainability.

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Standardized CLI and API interfaces for smooth integration into CI/CD workflows.

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Active community maintenance with regular dependency updates and security patches.

📥 Installation

terminal
$ git clone https://github.com/WordPress/mcp-adapter.git
cd mcp-adapter

⚙ System Requirements

Platforms

  • • macOS
  • • Linux
  • • Windows

Runtime & Dependencies

PHP >= 8.2 with Composer

Architecture

x86_64, ARM64 (Apple Silicon & Graviton)

🧠 How It Works

mcp-adapter coordinates its core functionality through a modular PHP pipeline. It parses configuration parameters, validates inputs, and resolves dependencies asynchronously. By minimizing runtime overhead and keeping allocations localized, it delivers predictable performance in both local development environments and automated production workloads.

🎯 Production Use Cases

Production System Integration

Embed mcp-adapter into PHP backend services to handle core application logic.

CI/CD Automated Pipelines

Run automated validation, builds, and integration suites during deployments.

Developer Tooling & Workflows

Accelerate developer onboarding with pre-configured project utilities.

Open Source Extension

Fork and customize internal modules under the repository's open GPL-2.0 license.

🚀 Getting Started

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Install mcp-adapter using your package manager: `git clone https://github.com/WordPress/mcp-adapter.git`

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Initialize your project workspace or configuration file for mcp-adapter.

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Import mcp-adapter into your codebase or invoke it directly from your terminal.

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Execute your test suite or run `mcp-adapter --help` to verify successful setup.

👍 Strengths

Active community backing with 1,765 GitHub stars and verified adoption.
Permissive open-source distribution under the GPL-2.0 license.
Built in PHP for high execution speed and developer familiarity.
Cross-platform compatibility across modern Linux, macOS, and Windows environments.
Clean modular design allowing flexible configuration and pipeline integration.

⚠️ Considerations

Requires familiarity with PHP and modern CLI workflows.
Ecosystem extensions may require manual configuration depending on environment constraints.
Active development roadmap means breaking API changes may occur across major versions.

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👥 Who Should Use This

Developers and engineering teams building with PHP, seeking reliable, tested, and actively maintained tooling for production workloads.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does mcp-adapter do? +

An MCP adapter that bridges the Abilities API to the Model Context Protocol, enabling MCP clients to discover and invoke WordPress plugin, theme, and core abilities programmatically.

What language is mcp-adapter written in? +

The primary language is PHP. Topics include: software.

Is mcp-adapter actively maintained? +

Yes, the last recorded push was on Sep 25, 2026 with 65 open issues being tracked.

How many stars does mcp-adapter have? +

mcp-adapter has 1,765 stars and 197 forks on GitHub.

How does mcp-adapter rank among GitHub repositories? +

With 1,765 stars, WordPress/mcp-adapter is ranked #2,014 globally across all repositories tracked on GitHubRepo and #144 among PHP projects.

What license is mcp-adapter distributed under? +

The repository reports a GPL-2.0 license. Always verify the repository LICENSE file for legal terms.

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