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Question 1

What is Demo?

Accepted Answer

Demo is a project that demonstrates how to set up a basic Model Context Protocol (MCP) server using Python and the `uv` package manager, complete with custom callable tools for integration with Claude Desktop.

Question 2

What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?

Accepted Answer

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a standard designed for AI applications to discover and interact with external tools and services, expanding their capabilities to perform real-world actions.

Question 3

How does Demo integrate with Claude Desktop?

Accepted Answer

Demo provides a straightforward command (`mcp install server.py`) to directly install and connect your custom MCP server and its tools to Claude Desktop, allowing Claude to utilize them.

Question 4

Can I create my own custom tools using Demo?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Demo is designed to showcase how to create and expose custom callable tools (like the `greet` function) that your AI models, such as Claude Desktop, can interact with.

Question 5

What are the core benefits of using Demo?

Accepted Answer

Demo simplifies the learning curve for building MCP servers and custom AI tools. It offers a clear, Python-based path from initial setup to testing and direct integration with Claude Desktop, empowering developers to extend AI capabilities.

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