Model Context Protocol (MCP) Integration FAQs

Question 1

How do I securely manage API keys in my MCP configuration?

Accepted Answer

Always use environment variable substitution (e.g., ${API_KEY}) in your configuration files. This prevents hardcoding sensitive credentials and allows users to provide their own keys via their shell environment.

Question 2

Does this skill support OAuth for cloud services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it provides guidance for using SSE (Server-Sent Events) transports which allow Claude Code to handle OAuth flows automatically, prompting the user for authentication on first use.

Question 3

What is the best way to configure an MCP server in a plugin?

Accepted Answer

The recommended method is using a dedicated .mcp.json file at the plugin root. This provides a clear separation of concerns and makes it easier to manage multiple servers compared to inline configuration.

Question 4

How does Claude Code handle MCP tool naming to avoid conflicts?

Accepted Answer

Tools are automatically prefixed using a specific hierarchy: mcp__plugin____. This ensures that tools from different plugins remain unique.

Question 5

Can I use local scripts as MCP servers?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. By using the 'stdio' transport type, you can execute local MCP servers as child processes, which is ideal for custom local tools or file system interactions.

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