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mcp-builder from frankxai/claude-skills-library is an agent skill: a SKILL.md folder an AI agent loads when a task calls for it.
Guide for creating high-quality MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers that enable LLMs to interact with external services through well-designed tools. Use when building MCP servers to integrate external APIs or services, whether in Python (FastMCP) or Node/TypeScript (MCP SDK).
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# MCP Server Development Guide
## Overview
To create high-quality MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers that enable LLMs to effectively interact with external services, use this skill. An MCP server provides tools that allow LLMs to access external services and APIs. The quality of an MCP server is measured by how well it enables LLMs to accomplish real-world tasks using the tools provided.
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# Process
## 🚀 High-Level Workflow
Creating a high-quality MCP server involves four main phases:
### Phase 1: Deep Research and Planning
#### 1.1 Understand Agent-Centric Design Principles
Before diving into implementation, understand how to design tools for AI agents by reviewing these principles:
**Build for Workflows, Not Just API Endpoints:**
- Don't simply wrap existing API endpoints - build thoughtful, high-impact workflow tools
- Consolidate related operations (e.g., `schedule_event` that both checks availability and creates event)
- Focus on tools that enable complete tasks, not just individual API calls
- Consider what workflows agents actually need to accomplish
**Optimize for Limited Context:**
- Agents have constrained context windows - make every token count
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