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block/goose

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What is block/goose?

an open source, extensible AI agent that goes beyond code suggestions - install, execute, edit, and test with any LLM

How to use block/goose?

1. Install a compatible MCP client (like Claude Desktop). 2. Open your configuration settings. 3. Add block/goose using the following command: npx @modelcontextprotocol/block-goose 4. Restart the client and verify the new tools are active.
🛡️ Scoped (Restricted)
npx @modelcontextprotocol/block-goose --scope restricted
🔓 Unrestricted Access
npx @modelcontextprotocol/block-goose

Key Features

Native MCP Protocol Support
Real-time Tool Activation & Execution
Verified High-performance Implementation
Secure Resource & Context Handling

Optimized Use Cases

Extending AI models with custom local capabilities
Automating system workflows via natural language
Connecting external data sources to LLM context windows

block/goose FAQ

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Is block/goose safe?

Yes, block/goose follows the standardized Model Context Protocol security patterns and only executes tools with explicit user-granted permissions.

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Is block/goose up to date?

block/goose is currently active in the registry with 33,674 stars on GitHub, indicating its reliability and community support.

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Are there any limits for block/goose?

Usage limits depend on the specific implementation of the MCP server and your system resources. Refer to the official documentation below for technical details.

Official Documentation

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🦆 goose has moved! This project has moved from block/goose to the Agentic AI Foundation (AAIF) at the Linux Foundation. Some links and references are still being updated — please bear with us during the transition.

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goose

your native open source AI agent — desktop app, CLI, and API — for code, workflows, and everything in between

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goose is a general-purpose AI agent that runs on your machine. Not just for code — use it for research, writing, automation, data analysis, or anything you need to get done.

A native desktop app for macOS, Linux, and Windows. A full CLI for terminal workflows. An API to embed it anywhere. Built in Rust for performance and portability.

goose works with 15+ providers — Anthropic, OpenAI, Google, Ollama, OpenRouter, Azure, Bedrock, and more. Use API keys or your existing Claude, ChatGPT, or Gemini subscriptions via ACP. Connect to 70+ extensions via the Model Context Protocol open standard.

goose is part of the Agentic AI Foundation (AAIF) at the Linux Foundation.

Get started

Download the desktop app for macOS, Linux, and Windows.

Or install the CLI:

curl -fsSL https://github.com/aaif-goose/goose/releases/download/stable/download_cli.sh | bash

Quick links

Need help?

a little goose humor 🪿

Why did the developer choose goose as their AI agent?

Because it always helps them "migrate" their code to production! 🚀

goose around with us

Global Ranking

8.5
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Based on codebase health & activity.

Manual Config

{ "mcpServers": { "block-goose": { "command": "npx", "args": ["block-goose"] } } }