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Model Context Protocol (MCP) Integration

Integrates external tools and services into Claude Code plugins using the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

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Key features

  • Instructions for configuring servers via `.mcp.json` or inline in `plugin.json`.
  • Best practices for secure authentication using OAuth, API tokens, and environment variables.
  • Guidance on four MCP server types: stdio, SSE, HTTP, and WebSocket.
  • Provides debugging techniques and common error-handling patterns.
  • Defines tool naming conventions and lifecycle management for plugin-provided servers.

Use cases

  • Bundling a custom server with a plugin for local file system or database access.
  • Connecting a plugin to a cloud API like Asana or GitHub.
  • Exposing a large set of related tools from a single external service through one plugin.

FAQ

How does this skill improve my workflow?

It allows Claude to perform complex, multi-step tasks by autonomously using your existing tools. This automates workflows, connects your development environment to external systems, and makes Claude a more powerful coding partner.

What are the main capabilities of MCP Integration?

It provides instructions for four MCP server types (stdio, SSE, HTTP, WebSocket), secure authentication patterns (OAuth, API tokens), server configuration via `.mcp.json`, and best practices for tool naming and lifecycle management.

When should I use this skill?

Use this skill when you want to empower Claude to interact with external systems, such as querying a database, accessing a project management API like GitHub or Asana, or using custom local command-line tools.

What does the MCP Integration skill do?

This skill provides comprehensive guidance on using the Model Context Protocol (MCP) to integrate external tools, services, and APIs directly into your Claude Code plugins, making them accessible to Claude.

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