Poke Gate, developed by F for MCP servers, is a Node.js-based application designed to link the Poke AI assistant with a user's local macOS machine. It runs a local Model Context Protocol server and creates an MCP tunnel to Poke's cloud, enabling AI interaction. This program is categorized under AI & ML, Productivity, Development, AI, and System Tools. It allows the Poke AI assistant to perform various operations directly on the user's computer, expanding the AI's capabilities beyond its messaging interfaces. The integration aims to enhance automated workflows and remote system management.

What does Poke Gate connect to?

Poke Gate operates by running a local Model Context Protocol server on the user's machine. It then establishes an MCP tunnel using WebSocket to connect with Poke's cloud infrastructure. This connection exposes the user's macOS machine directly to their Poke AI assistant. The AI assistant, accessible through messaging platforms like iMessage, Telegram, or SMS, can then interact with the local system. The primary transport protocol utilized for this secure tunneling is WebSocket, ensuring a direct communication pathway for AI-driven commands.

Core features and tools

Poke Gate provides a set of callable tools for the AI assistant to interact with the local machine. These include run_command, which executes any shell command, and read_file for accessing text file content. Users can also employ list_directory to view files and folders, and read_image to retrieve image files as base64 data. For system oversight, system_info delivers details on OS, hostname, architecture, uptime, and memory. Additionally, take_screenshot captures the screen, requiring specific Screen Recording permission, and write_file saves content to a file.

Who is it for?

Poke Gate is intended for users of the Poke AI assistant who seek to extend their AI's capabilities to their local macOS machine. It enables the AI to directly manage files, execute commands, and monitor system status on the user's computer. This program is particularly useful for individuals looking to integrate AI into their personal computing environment for automation and remote interaction. This is not the right fit if you do not use the Poke AI assistant or do not require AI interaction with your local macOS system.

How to get started

Access is granted through a standard OAuth authorization flow, requiring users to sign in with Poke OAuth via a browser window. The system then uses WebSocket as its primary transport protocol for tunneling to Poke's cloud.

Use cases

• Remote command execution and file management, allowing the AI to run terminal commands, read, write, and list files and directories on the user's Mac.
• AI-assisted workflow automation, enabling scheduled background scripts (agents) for tasks such as automating message digests, backups, or health checks.
• Remote system monitoring and visual assistance, providing the AI with system information and the ability to capture screenshots of the user's machine.

Poke Gate bridges the Poke AI assistant with macOS machines, allowing for direct AI control over local operations. It offers a set of tools for file management, command execution, and system monitoring, expanding AI utility. The program requires specific permissions and Poke OAuth for secure access, ensuring only the authenticated Poke agent can interact with the tunnel. This integration enhances personal AI assistant capabilities for various automation and oversight tasks. Try enabling your Poke AI assistant to run a "list_directory" command on your Mac.