E2B Code Interpreter MCP Server

E2B MCP Server enables code interpreting capabilities for Claude Desktop through the E2B Sandbox. This integration allows Claude to execute code in a secure environment, making it possible to run, test, and debug code directly within your conversations. The server bridges Claude's AI capabilities with E2B's sandboxed execution environment, creating a powerful tool for developers who need to work with code interactively.

Overview

E2B MCP Server adds code interpreting capabilities to Claude Desktop by connecting it to E2B's secure sandbox environment. This allows Claude to write, execute, and debug code during your conversations, making it a powerful tool for development tasks, data analysis, and more.

Installation Options

Option 1: Install via Smithery (Recommended)

The easiest way to install E2B for Claude Desktop is through Smithery:

npx @smithery/cli install e2b --client claude

This command automatically sets up the E2B MCP Server for use with Claude Desktop.

Option 2: Manual Installation

You can also install the E2B MCP Server manually using either JavaScript or Python.

JavaScript Installation

Install the package:
```
npm install @e2b/mcp-server
```
Create a configuration file for Claude Desktop that points to the E2B MCP Server.

Python Installation

Install the package:
```
pip install e2b-mcp-server
```
Create a configuration file for Claude Desktop that points to the E2B MCP Server.

Configuration

After installation, you'll need to configure Claude Desktop to use the E2B MCP Server. This typically involves adding the server configuration to Claude's settings.

Usage

Once installed and configured, you can use Claude to:

Write code in various programming languages
Execute the code in the secure E2B sandbox
View the execution results directly in your Claude conversation
Debug and iterate on your code with Claude's assistance

The E2B sandbox provides a secure environment for code execution, ensuring that potentially risky operations are contained.

Examples

You can ask Claude to:

"Write and run a Python script to analyze this CSV data"
"Create a JavaScript function to sort this array and show me the result"
"Debug this code snippet and explain what's wrong"

Claude will use the E2B sandbox to execute the code and return the results.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues:

Ensure the E2B MCP Server is running correctly
Check that Claude Desktop is properly configured to use the server
Verify your E2B API credentials if applicable
Restart Claude Desktop after making configuration changes

For more detailed information, visit the E2B documentation or the GitHub repository.