Overview

Several tools are available to initialize, manage, and terminate the LocalStack emulator. Whether you utilize the standard LocalStack CLI, the next-generation lstk CLI, or the MCP server for AI-driven management, these interfaces provide complete control over the lifecycle of your local cloud environment.

LocalStack CLI

Reference guide for LocalStack CLI commands, options, and usage.

LocalStack MCP Server

Use the LocalStack MCP Server to manage your local cloud development environment through AI-powered MCP clients.

lstk

Reference guide for lstk, the modern CLI for managing LocalStack, with installation, configuration, commands, and troubleshooting.