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mcp-integration

Configure Claude Code plugins to access external services via MCP servers.

10|2|Updated Mar 8, 2026
Search Tags:#integration#mcp#plugins#claude-code#server-configuration#external-service
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npx skills add https://github.com/mahmoud20138/Tradecraft --skill mcp-integration-mahmoud20138
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Skill: mcp-integration
Source: https://github.com/mahmoud20138/Tradecraft/tree/main/plugins/tradecraft/skills/mcp-integration
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mahmoud20138/Tradecraft --skill mcp-integration-mahmoud20138

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

MCP integration enables Claude Code plugins to securely access and orchestrate external services and APIs by exposing them as MCP-powered tools.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Supports multiple MCP server types (stdio, SSE, HTTP, WebSocket) for flexible plugin architectures
  • Simplifies server configuration via .mcp.json or plugin.json, automatic environment variable expansion, and standardized tool naming
  • Enables end-to-end workflows including authentication, lifecycle management, and cross-service tool integration

Quick Start

Create a .mcp.json at your plugin root with your server configuration and verify the MCP server appears under /mcp.

Frequently Asked Questions about mcp-integration

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I configure Claude Code plugins to access external services via MCP?▼

To configure MCP integration, create a .mcp.json or plugin.json file at your plugin root to define server settings, enabling Claude Code plugins to access external services through Model Context Protocol.

What types of MCP servers can I use for structured tool provisioning?▼

MCP integration supports stdio, SSE, HTTP, and WebSocket MCP servers, providing flexible plugin architectures for structured tool provisioning across various external service communication protocols.

Does MCP integration support environment variable expansion and lifecycle management?▼

MCP integration enables automatic environment variable expansion within server configuration files, while also supporting end-to-end authentication and lifecycle management for cross-service tool workflows.

How do I verify that my MCP server is properly connected to a Claude Code plugin?▼

After defining your server configuration in .mcp.json, verify the MCP server connection by checking that the server appears under the /mcp endpoint within your Claude Code environment.

What is the best way to orchestrate multi-server workflows in Claude Code?▼

The best way to orchestrate multi-server workflows is utilizing MCP integration to manage multiple server types and cross-service tool interactions, handling authentication and standardized tool naming automatically.

When should I not use .mcp.json for server configuration?▼

You should avoid .mcp.json when your plugin architecture requires alternative definitions, opting instead for plugin.json configuration, though both formats support standardized tool naming and environment variable expansion.

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