scaffold_tool_generator

SERVERtdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server SOURCE@dpantani/tdmcp

Medium RISK CLASS

Category Write

Parameters 00 required

Recommended Rate-limitedsee the rule below

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This record as markdown: /tools/io-github-pantani-tdmcp/scaffold-tool-generator.md

WHAT IT DOES

What scaffold_tool_generator does on tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server

AI agents use scaffold_tool_generator to create or update resources in tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server, usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server environment.

RISK

Why scaffold_tool_generator is rated Medium

This tool creates and writes new files to the filesystem (tool definitions, implementation files, test files) which are reversible modifications to the codebase. While it generates code that could theoretically contain vulnerabilities if misused by an agent, the act itself is Write (file creation/modification) rather than Execute (running code).

From the tool's definition The tool 'scaffolds a new tdmcp tool file' and 'generates' code files including 'xSchema + xImpl + registerX' and unit tests. It performs local filesystem generation, creating new files and modifying the codebase structure.

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RECOMMENDED RULE

The rule that runs scaffold_tool_generator safely

PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: it sits between your AI agents and tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server, and checks every tool call against a rule you set before the call runs. Nothing changes on the server itself. For scaffold_tool_generator, this is the rule to start with:

scaffold_tool_generator Rate-limited

scaffold_tool_generator stays usable, but capped: an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "scaffold_tool_generator": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "scaffold_tool_generator_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

LIMIT THIS TOOL → Instant setup, no code required.

The button opens the PolicyLayer dashboard: create your workspace, connect tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server, apply this rule, and every scaffold_tool_generator call is checked against it from then on.

FAQ

Questions about scaffold_tool_generator

What does the scaffold_tool_generator tool do? +

Meta DX tool: scaffolds a new tdmcp tool file (xSchema + xImpl + registerX) and a matching offline msw unit test from a one-line idea. Returns the exact integration-hint (import line + array entry + layer index path) so the integrator can wire it without re-deciding shape. No TouchDesigner bridge call — pure local filesystem generator. It is categorised as a Write tool in the tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on scaffold_tool_generator? +

Register the tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for scaffold_tool_generator: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is scaffold_tool_generator? +

scaffold_tool_generator is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit scaffold_tool_generator? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the scaffold_tool_generator rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block scaffold_tool_generator completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for scaffold_tool_generator. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides scaffold_tool_generator? +

scaffold_tool_generator is provided by the tdmcp — TouchDesigner MCP server MCP server (@dpantani/tdmcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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