What is MCP?
Understanding the Model Context Protocol and how it enhances AI applications
Understanding MCP
MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open protocol that standardizes how applications provide context to LLMs (Large Language Models). Think of MCP like a USB-C port for AI applications.
Just as USB-C provides a standardized way to connect your devices to various peripherals and accessories, MCP provides a standardized way to connect AI models to different data sources and tools.
This standardization enables seamless integration between AI applications and a growing ecosystem of tools, databases, and services without the need for custom integration code for each connection.
Why MCP Matters
MCP helps you build agents and complex workflows on top of LLMs. LLMs frequently need to integrate with data and tools, and MCP provides the standardized interface to make these connections seamless and secure.