MCP Documentation

Complete guides for installing, configuring, and deploying Model Context Protocol servers across different environments and platforms.

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CLI Tools

4 guides
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

Getting Started with MCPs in Gemini CLI

Step-by-step setup guide for integrating Model Context Protocol servers with Gemini CLI.

gemini
google
cli
setup
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

How to Install and Use MCPs with Codex CLI

Complete guide to installing and configuring MCP servers with Codex CLI for AI-powered development.

codex
openai
cli
installation
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

Running MCPs with Claude CLI (Examples + Troubleshooting)

Learn to run MCP servers with Claude CLI, including practical examples and common troubleshooting solutions.

claude
anthropic
cli
troubleshooting
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

Using MCPs in Terminal (Universal CLI Setup)

Universal guide for setting up and using MCP servers in any terminal environment.

terminal
shell
cli
universal
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide

IDEs

5 guides
MCP SDK v2.1.0
5 min read

Connecting MCPs in Claude Desktop (Mac & Windows)

Complete guide to connecting and managing MCP servers in Claude Desktop for Mac and Windows.

claude
desktop
mac
windows
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
6 min read

How to Install and Use MCPs in Cursor IDE

Complete setup guide for connecting and running MCP servers from Cursor IDE with troubleshooting tips.

cursor
ide
ai
setup
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
5 min read

MCP Setup in JetBrains IDEs (PyCharm, IntelliJ, WebStorm)

Configure Model Context Protocol servers in JetBrains IDEs including PyCharm, IntelliJ IDEA, and WebStorm.

jetbrains
pycharm
intellij
webstorm
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

MCPs in VSCode - Complete Setup Guide

Comprehensive guide for integrating MCP servers with Visual Studio Code for enhanced AI development.

vscode
visual studio code
integration
extension
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
5 min read

Running MCPs in Windsurf IDE

Step-by-step guide to configure and use Model Context Protocol servers in Windsurf IDE.

windsurf
ide
codeium
setup
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide

Deployment & Ops

6 guides
MCP SDK v2.1.0
5 min read

Automating MCP Workflows with GitHub Actions

Automate MCP server deployment, testing, and distribution using GitHub Actions CI/CD pipelines.

github
actions
ci
cd
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
5 min read

Connecting to Remote MCP Servers

Configure and connect to remote MCP servers with authentication, security, and network considerations.

remote
network
security
connectivity
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

Deploying MCP Servers on Kubernetes Clusters

Scale MCP servers on Kubernetes with deployment manifests, service discovery, and monitoring.

kubernetes
k8s
deployment
clusters
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

Deploying MCPs on AWS Lambda

Run MCP servers on AWS Lambda with API Gateway integration and cost-effective scaling.

aws
lambda
serverless
deployment
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

Running MCP Servers in Docker

Deploy and manage MCP servers using Docker containers with security best practices and examples.

docker
containers
deployment
ops
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

Serverless MCP Deployment on Vercel

Deploy MCP servers as serverless functions on Vercel with edge computing and global distribution.

vercel
serverless
edge
deployment
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide

Testing & Debugging

6 guides
MCP SDK v2.1.0
5 min read

10 Most Common MCP Setup Errors (and Fixes)

Troubleshoot the most common MCP setup errors with step-by-step solutions and prevention tips.

errors
setup
troubleshooting
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
3 min read

Debugging & Testing MCPs with MCP Inspector

Debug and test MCP servers using MCP Inspector and other debugging tools for reliable development.

testing
inspector
debug
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

Fixing MCP Deployment Issues in Docker/Vercel

Troubleshoot MCP deployment problems in Docker containers and Vercel serverless environments.

deployment
docker
vercel
errors
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
3 min read

Fixing MCP Server Connection Refused

Resolve MCP server connection refused errors with network, firewall, and configuration troubleshooting.

network
connection
firewall
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

MCP Authentication & API Key Fixes

Fix MCP authentication issues, API key problems, and permission errors with detailed solutions.

authentication
api keys
security
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide
MCP SDK v2.1.0
4 min read

Why MCPs Don't Show Up in Claude Desktop

Diagnose and fix issues when MCP servers are not appearing or working in Claude Desktop application.

claude
desktop
visibility
troubleshooting
Updated Sep 21, 2025Read guide

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