Can I build my own custom MCP server?

Yes, you can build custom servers using the MCP SDK in Python (via FastMCP) or TypeScript to give Claude specific capabilities tailored to your unique workflow.

What is an MCP server?

An MCP (Model Context Protocol) server is a specialized tool that allows Claude to interact with external data sources and services, such as your local filesystem, databases, or third-party APIs.

How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?

You can use the command 'claude mcp add' followed by the transport type and server details to register a new server, or manually edit your local settings.json file.

Why does Claude Desktop require a restart for MCP changes?

Unlike Claude Code which supports hot-reloading, Claude Desktop reads the configuration file at startup. You must fully quit (Cmd+Q) and restart the app for changes to take effect.

Is it safe to install community-made MCP servers?

You should always vet servers before installation. This skill provides a security checklist to help you identify risks like command injection, tool poisoning, or credential exposure.

MCP Manager for Claude

Name: MCP Manager for Claude
Author: clearfunction

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开发者工具

Manages the discovery, configuration, and security of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers to extend Claude's capabilities.

关于

The MCP Management skill is a comprehensive toolkit for developers looking to expand Claude's functionality through the Model Context Protocol. It provides expert guidance on discovering servers across major registries like Smithery and Glama, configuring environments for both Claude Code and Claude Desktop, and implementing robust security measures to prevent tool poisoning. Whether you are troubleshooting transport issues, managing mcp.json files, or building custom servers from scratch using Python or TypeScript, this skill ensures your AI integrations are performant, secure, and properly scoped.

主要功能

Cross-platform configuration support for Claude Code CLI and Claude Desktop.
Centralized discovery guide for major MCP registries and specialized directories.
Pre-installation security workflow to audit third-party server code and permissions.
Detailed transport selection guidance for stdio and HTTP protocol implementations.
Boilerplate and best practices for building custom servers with FastMCP and TypeScript.
1 GitHub stars

使用场景

Connecting Claude to local development databases and private APIs securely.
Auditing and troubleshooting existing MCP configurations to resolve connectivity issues.
Standardizing MCP server deployments across enterprise engineering teams.

关于

主要功能

Cross-platform configuration support for Claude Code CLI and Claude Desktop.
Centralized discovery guide for major MCP registries and specialized directories.
Pre-installation security workflow to audit third-party server code and permissions.
Detailed transport selection guidance for stdio and HTTP protocol implementations.
Boilerplate and best practices for building custom servers with FastMCP and TypeScript.
1 GitHub stars

使用场景

Connecting Claude to local development databases and private APIs securely.
Auditing and troubleshooting existing MCP configurations to resolve connectivity issues.
Standardizing MCP server deployments across enterprise engineering teams.