Building an MCP Server: Connecting Claude and VSCode to External Tools

DEV CommunityThursday, December 4, 2025 at 1:16:02 AM
  • The Model Context Protocol (MCP) has been developed by Anthropic to enable AI assistants like Claude to connect with external tools and data sources. This article outlines the process of building an MCP server compatible with Claude Desktop and VSCode, emphasizing its capabilities such as accessing databases, executing commands, and interacting with web services.
  • This development is significant for Anthropic as it enhances Claude's functionality, allowing users to leverage external resources effectively, thereby improving productivity and expanding the potential applications of AI in various domains.
  • The introduction of MCP aligns with ongoing advancements in AI, particularly in coding and reasoning tasks, as seen with the recent launch of Claude Opus 4.5. This model is designed to outperform competitors in coding efficiency, reflecting a broader trend of integrating AI into software development and addressing challenges like memory constraints in AI systems.
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