# DebugMCP MCP server

> Enables AI agents to perform operational debugging by setting breakpoints, stepping through code, and inspecting variables within VS Code or via CLI.

- Repository: https://github.com/microsoft/DebugMCP
- Page: https://hostedmcp.org/servers/microsoft/debugmcp
- Official: yes
- Transport: —
- Stars: 581
- License: MIT

## FAQ

### Does DebugMCP require VS Code to work?

No, the standalone DebugMCP CLI allows you to debug directly from the terminal by connecting AI coding agents to configured Debug Adapter Protocol (DAP) adapters.

### Can I pause a program that is currently running without a breakpoint?

Yes, the pause_execution tool can interrupt a freely-running program and stop it at its current location, which is useful for busy loops or embedded targets.

### Is my data sent to external servers during debugging?

No, the MCP server runs 100% locally with no external communications and requires no credentials.