MCP Server

What is MCP Server?

MCP Server implements the Model Context Protocol (MCP), enabling large language models (LLMs) to interact with external tools and services through a standardized interface.

How to use MCP Server?

Clone the repository, create and activate a Python virtual environment (Python 3.8+), install dependencies with pip install -r requirements.txt, then run python main.py. The server starts at http://localhost:8000. Use its RESTful API endpoints: a GET at / for server info and tool list, or a POST at /execute to invoke tools with JSON parameters.

Key features of MCP Server

• Supports multiple tools: calculator, weather, search
• RESTful API built with FastAPI
• Data validation with Pydantic
• Efficient asynchronous processing
• Automatic API documentation via Swagger UI at /docs

Use cases of MCP Server

• Allow an LLM to perform real-time calculations
• Fetch current weather data for a location
• Execute web searches through an LLM interface
• Extend the server with custom tools for new integrations

FAQ from MCP Server

What is MCP Server?

MCP Server is a server that implements the Model Context Protocol, providing a standardized way for LLMs to use external tools and services.

What are the system requirements?

Python 3.8 or above and the pip package manager.

How do I run the server?

After installing dependencies, run python main.py. The server will be available at http://localhost:8000.

How can I add a new tool?

Add the tool’s name and description to the SUPPORTED_TOOLS dictionary, then add a handler function in process_tool_request and create a dedicated function for the new tool.

Where can I view the API documentation?

Access http://localhost:8000/docs to see the auto-generated Swagger UI documentation.