What is the primary benefit of using MCP in Claude Code?

MCP allows Claude Code plugins to communicate with external services in a structured way, enabling the AI to use complex tools, access databases, and interact with APIs securely.

Can I use local processes as MCP servers?

Yes, the 'stdio' transport type allows you to execute local MCP servers as child processes, which is ideal for local file system tools or custom Node/Python scripts.

How does Claude Code handle authentication for MCP servers?

Claude Code supports automatic OAuth flows for SSE-based hosted servers and environment variable-based token management for stdio and HTTP servers.

Which configuration method is recommended for MCP servers?

The recommended method is using a dedicated .mcp.json file at the plugin root, as it provides a clear separation of concerns and is easier to maintain for multiple servers.

How do I see which MCP servers are currently active?

You can use the /mcp command within Claude Code to view all active servers, including those provided by installed plugins.

MCP Integration

Name: MCP Integration
Author: michelabboud

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API 개발

Integrates Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers into Claude Code plugins to provide access to external tools and services.

소개

The MCP Integration skill provides developers with a comprehensive framework for connecting Claude Code plugins to external services through the Model Context Protocol. It offers detailed implementation patterns for various server types including local stdio processes, hosted SSE streams, RESTful HTTP APIs, and real-time WebSockets. This skill ensures that developers can securely handle complex authentication flows like OAuth, manage environment variables for portability, and implement robust tool naming conventions, ultimately allowing Claude Code to interact autonomously with databases, cloud APIs, and local systems.

주요 기능

Detailed lifecycle management and server connection monitoring
1 GitHub stars
Support for multiple MCP transport types: stdio, SSE, HTTP, and WebSocket
Standardized tool naming and automatic registration for plugin-provided tools
Environment variable substitution for portable plugin configurations
Secure authentication management for OAuth and token-based systems

사용 사례

Integrating third-party SaaS platforms like Asana, GitHub, or Jira directly into developer workflows
Building autonomous agents that utilize external API backends for complex multi-step tasks
Connecting Claude Code to internal databases and local file systems for data analysis

소개

주요 기능

Detailed lifecycle management and server connection monitoring
1 GitHub stars
Support for multiple MCP transport types: stdio, SSE, HTTP, and WebSocket
Standardized tool naming and automatic registration for plugin-provided tools
Environment variable substitution for portable plugin configurations
Secure authentication management for OAuth and token-based systems

사용 사례

Integrating third-party SaaS platforms like Asana, GitHub, or Jira directly into developer workflows
Building autonomous agents that utilize external API backends for complex multi-step tasks
Connecting Claude Code to internal databases and local file systems for data analysis