mcp-builder

Guide Model Context Protocol server development with SDK-specific patterns and evaluation harnesses.

7|Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Cobalt-Money/Cobalt --skill mcp-builder-cobalt-money
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: mcp-builder
Source: https://github.com/Cobalt-Money/Cobalt/tree/main/.agents/skills/mcp-builder
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Cobalt-Money/Cobalt --skill mcp-builder-cobalt-money

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires anthropic, mcp, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill solves the challenge of creating robust, well-structured Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers that allow LLMs to reliably interact with external APIs and services.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Standardized Development: Provides a clear, four-phase workflow for researching, implementing, testing, and evaluating MCP servers.
  • Language Support: Offers specific guidance and best practices for both TypeScript (Node) and Python (FastMCP) SDKs.
  • Quality Assurance: Includes a built-in evaluation harness to test tool effectiveness and ensure LLMs can perform complex, multi-step tasks.

Quick Start

Use the mcp-builder skill to initialize a new TypeScript MCP server project structure and generate the necessary boilerplate code for your service.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcp-builder

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I build an MCP server for LLMs to interact with external APIs?

This skill guides the development of MCP servers by providing architectural patterns, SDK-specific implementation strategies, and automated evaluation harnesses. It facilitates external service integration into LLM workflows through structured tool definitions and schema design.

What is the best way to structure a Model Context Protocol server in Python or TypeScript?

The best way to structure a Model Context Protocol server is by following a four-phase workflow: research, implement, test, and evaluate. It provides specific guidance and best practices for both Python FastMCP and TypeScript Node SDKs.

How does the Model Context Protocol handle tool naming and error handling?

Model Context Protocol server performance is ensured by enforcing best practices for tool naming, error handling, and schema design. An automated evaluation harness tests tool effectiveness to verify LLMs can perform complex, multi-step tasks.

Can I use FastMCP to integrate external services into LLM workflows?

Yes, you can use FastMCP to integrate external services into LLM workflows. The skill offers specific guidance and best practices for the Python FastMCP SDK to facilitate reliable external service interactions.

How do I test MCP server effectiveness for multi-step LLM tasks?

You test MCP server effectiveness for multi-step LLM tasks using a built-in evaluation harness. This quality assurance component tests tool effectiveness to ensure LLMs can successfully perform complex, multi-step operations.

Why do I need input validation and pagination logic in an MCP server?

You need input validation and pagination logic in an MCP server to facilitate reliable integration of external services into LLM workflows. These structured definitions ensure high-quality server performance and robust error handling.