Build Your First MCP Server in 30 Minutes

A step-by-step guide to building an MCP server that connects AI agents like Claude to your data. From zero to working server.

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MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open standard that lets AI agents connect to external tools and data sources. Instead of building a custom integration for every AI client, you build one MCP server, and any compatible client (Claude, Cursor, Windsurf, custom agents) can plug into it.

This guide walks you through building an MCP server from scratch using TypeScript and the official SDK. By the end, you'll have a working server that Claude can connect to and query.

Prerequisites:

Node.js 18+ installed

TypeScript basics

Build Your First MCP Server in 30 Minutes

Build Your First MCP Server in 30 Minutes

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