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Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a standardized protocol that enables seamless communication between development environments and AI models.
Model Context Protocol (MCP) Tutorial
What is MCP?
Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a standardized protocol that enables seamless communication between development environments (like Cursor) and AI models. It provides a structured way to share context and integrate AI capabilities into various tools and platforms.
Quick Start Guide
Prerequisites
- Cursor IDE
- Node.js and npm
- Git
Setting up MCP with Smithery
- Install Smithery
npm install -g @cursor-ai/smithery
- Create & Initialize MCP Server
mkdir my-mcp-server
cd my-mcp-server
smithery init
- Configure Server
Edit
smithery.config.js:
module.exports = {
name: "my-mcp-server",
version: "1.0.0",
tools: [
// Your tools configuration
]
};
- Start Server
smithery start
Connecting to Cursor
- Open Cursor IDE
- Access Settings
- Find "MCP Servers" section
- Add new server:
- Name: Your server name
- URL: http://localhost:3000
- Add any required authentication
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
-
Red Server Status
- Verify server is running
- Check URL and port
- Validate authentication
-
No Tools Available
- Review tool configuration
- Restart MCP server
- Update Cursor
-
Connection Issues
- Check network connectivity
- Verify firewall settings
- Confirm port availability
Resources
Contributing
Contributions welcome! Feel free to:
- Report issues
- Submit pull requests
- Share your experiences
License
MIT License
Last updated: April 2024
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