mcp-builder
MCP Server Development Guide
Overview
Create MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers that enable LLMs to interact with external services through well-designed tools. The quality of an MCP server is measured by how well it enables LLMs to accomplish real-world tasks.
Microsoft MCP Ecosystem
Microsoft provides extensive MCP infrastructure for Azure and Foundry services. Understanding this ecosystem helps you decide whether to build custom servers or leverage existing ones.
Server Types
| Type | Transport | Use Case | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local | stdio | Desktop apps, single-user, local dev | Azure MCP Server via NPM/Docker |
| Remote | Streamable HTTP | Cloud services, multi-tenant, Agent Service | https://mcp.ai.azure.com (Foundry) |
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