developing-mcp

Develop and deploy MCP servers and clients with TypeScript SDK.

1|Updated Jan 7, 2026
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Skill: developing-mcp
Source: https://github.com/sumik5/sumik-llm-plugin/tree/main/plugins/lang/skills/developing-mcp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sumik5/sumik-llm-plugin --skill developing-mcp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires @modelcontextprotocol/sdk, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a comprehensive guide to developing and deploying MCP servers and clients, offering solutions for complex integrations, efficient AI development workflows, and secure system architectures.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • MCP Server Development: Offers detailed guidance on building MCP servers with TypeScript SDK, covering tool registration, resource definition, prompt creation, and security measures.
  • MCP Client Development: Provides instructions for creating MCP clients using TypeScript SDK, including capability declaration, server connection, tool and resource discovery, and error handling.
  • Protocol and Security: Discusses the MCP protocol specification, transport layers (stdio, Streamable HTTP), JSON-RPC 2.0 message format, and security best practices.
  • Ecosystem Overview: Explores the MCP ecosystem, including the official registry, server landscape, client applications, and emerging patterns.

Quick Start

Initialize an MCP server with TypeScript SDK and register a tool named 'listTables' to list database tables.

Frequently Asked Questions about developing-mcp

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I develop a Model Context Protocol server using TypeScript?

To develop a Model Context Protocol server with TypeScript, use the @modelcontextprotocol/sdk to register tools, define resources, create prompts, and implement security measures. The Skill provides detailed guidance covering the entire server development lifecycle.

What transport layers does the Model Context Protocol support for client and server communication?

The Model Context Protocol supports stdio and Streamable HTTP transport layers for client-server communication. Messages are formatted using JSON-RPC 2.0, ensuring structured and reliable data exchange across the connection.

How do I create an MCP client to discover tools and resources from a server?

Create an MCP client using the TypeScript SDK by declaring capabilities, establishing the server connection, and handling tool and resource discovery. The Skill provides instructions for implementing these steps along with proper error handling.

Do I need TypeScript to build MCP servers and clients?

TypeScript is required to build MCP servers and clients using this Skill, specifically utilizing the @modelcontextprotocol/sdk dependency. The guide targets developers and system architects building AI-driven applications with this stack.

What security best practices should I follow when deploying an MCP server?

When deploying an MCP server, follow security best practices outlined in the protocol specification to ensure secure system architectures. The Skill covers implementing these measures during tool registration, resource definition, and server setup.

How do I register a tool in an MCP server to list database tables?

To register a tool in an MCP server, initialize the server with the TypeScript SDK and define a tool named 'listTables' to list database tables. The Skill's Quick Start provides this exact example for tool registration.