This repository provides a comprehensive, multi-language curriculum for learning the Model Context Protocol (MCP), a framework for standardizing AI model and client application interactions. It targets AI developers, system architects, and software engineers seeking practical implementation guidance and real-world use cases.

How It Works

The curriculum offers a structured learning path covering MCP fundamentals, security, practical implementation, and advanced topics. It emphasizes hands-on coding examples across C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, and TypeScript, facilitating a deep understanding of client-server architecture, messaging patterns, and integration strategies within AI pipelines.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Install: Clone the repository (git clone https://github.com/microsoft/mcp-for-beginners.git).
• Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of C#, Java, or Python; familiarity with client-server models and APIs is optional.
• Resources: Official MCP Documentation, Specification, and GitHub Repository are linked within the README.

Highlighted Details

• Multi-language support for curriculum content via GitHub Actions.
• Practical code examples and sample projects for various languages.
• Covers core concepts, security, advanced topics, and best practices.
• Includes case studies and insights from early adoption.

Maintenance & Community

• The project is hosted by Microsoft.
• Contributions are welcomed via GitHub, requiring agreement to a Contributor License Agreement (CLA).
• A Discord server is available for community interaction.

Licensing & Compatibility

• Licensed under the MIT License.
• Permissive for commercial use and closed-source linking.

Limitations & Caveats

The curriculum assumes basic programming knowledge and optional familiarity with ML concepts. While extensive, it focuses on MCP fundamentals and implementation, not on the underlying AI models themselves.