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Model Context Protocol (MCP) Integration

Provides comprehensive guidance for integrating Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers into Claude Code plugins to connect with external tools and services.

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Key features

  • Guidance on multiple MCP server types: stdio, SSE, HTTP, and WebSocket.
  • Best practices for secure authentication using OAuth, API tokens, and environment variables.
  • Defines patterns for configuring servers via `.mcp.json` or `plugin.json`.
  • Covers error handling, debugging, and performance considerations for robust integrations.
  • Instructions for tool naming conventions and lifecycle management within plugins.

Use cases

  • Connecting a plugin to a third-party API like Asana, GitHub, or Jira.
  • Bundling a custom local server, such as for file system access or database interaction, with a plugin.
  • Configuring a plugin to use an existing REST or WebSocket API that supports MCP.

FAQ

When should I use this skill?

Use this skill whenever your Claude Code plugin needs to communicate with an external service, such as a database, a third-party API (like Asana or GitHub), or a local script. It's essential for creating tools that go beyond Claude's built-in capabilities.

How does this skill improve my plugin development workflow?

It provides standardized patterns to securely connect external services, saving you time on boilerplate code. By offering clear instructions on configuration, tool naming, and lifecycle management, it helps you build robust, maintainable, and powerful plugins faster.

What kinds of external services can I connect with MCP?

You can connect a wide range of services using four main MCP server types: `stdio` for local command-line tools, `SSE` (Server-Sent Events) and `HTTP` for web APIs with OAuth or token auth, and `WebSocket` for real-time, persistent connections.

What does the MCP Integration skill do?

This skill provides comprehensive guidance for integrating external tools, APIs, and services into your Claude Code plugins using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It covers server configuration, authentication patterns, and best practices.

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