Getting Started with MCP

Learn how to discover, install, and use Model Context Protocol servers

Beginner Guide
Complete guide for MCP beginners
🤖What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open standard that enables AI assistants to connect to external data sources and tools through a unified interface. It allows AI models to access real-time information, perform actions, and interact with various services seamlessly.

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Connect

Link AI to external data sources

Execute

Perform real-time actions

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Integrate

Unified interface for tools

🚀Quick Start Guide
Get up and running with MCP servers in minutes
1

Discover Servers

Browse our directory to find MCP servers that match your needs. Use the search functionality to filter by category, tags, or specific features.

Browse Servers
2

Install a Server

Choose a server and follow the installation instructions. Most servers can be installed via npm, pip, or direct download from GitHub.

npm install @mcp/server-filesystem
3

Configure Your Client

Set up your MCP client to connect to the server. This typically involves configuring the server path and any required authentication.

{ "mcpServers": { "filesystem": { "command": "npx", "args": ["@mcp/server-filesystem"] } } }
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Start Using

Once connected, your AI assistant can now access the server's capabilities. Try asking it to perform tasks that the server supports.

Popular Servers to Start With
These servers are great for beginners
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File System MCP

Access and manipulate files on your local system through MCP

File ManagementLocal
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Web Search MCP

Search the web and retrieve real-time information

Web SearchReal-time
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Database MCP

Connect to databases and perform SQL operations

DatabaseSQL
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Code Generation MCP

Generate and analyze code across multiple languages

CodeDevelopment
💡Best Practices
Tips for getting the most out of MCP servers

Security

  • • Only install servers from trusted sources
  • • Review server permissions before installation
  • • Keep servers updated to latest versions
  • • Use environment variables for sensitive data

Performance

  • • Start with essential servers only
  • • Monitor server resource usage
  • • Use connection pooling for databases
  • • Implement proper error handling