mcp-builder

1# MCP Server Development Guide
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3## Overview
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5Create MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers that enable LLMs to interact with external services through well-designed tools. The quality of an MCP server is measured by how well it enables LLMs to accomplish real-world tasks.
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9# Process
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11## 🚀 High-Level Workflow
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13Creating a high-quality MCP server involves four main phases:
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15### Phase 1: Deep Research and Planning
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17#### 1.1 Understand Modern MCP Design
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19**API Coverage vs. Workflow Tools:**
20Balance comprehensive API endpoint coverage with specialized workflow tools. Workflow tools can be more convenient for specific tasks, while comprehensive coverage gives agents flexibility to compose operations. Performance varies by client—some clients benefit from code execution that combines basic tools, while others work better with higher-level workflows. When uncertain, prioritize comprehensive API coverage.
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22**Tool Naming and Discoverability:**
23Clear, descriptive tool names help agents find the right tools quickly. Use consistent prefixes (e.g., `github_create_issue`, `github_list_repos`) and action-oriented naming.
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25**Context Management:**
26Agents benefit from concise tool descriptions and the ability to filter/paginate results. Design tools that return focused, relevant data. Some clients support code execution which can help agents filter and process data efficiently.
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28**Actionable Error Messages:**
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