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MCP Client

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This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) client that allows you to interact with MCP servers. It enables Claude to use tools provided by these servers.

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What is MCP Client?

An MCP client that facilitates interaction with MCP servers, enabling Claude to utilize tools offered by those servers. It supports both Python and Node.js servers.

How to use MCP Client?

  1. Clone the repository. 2. Install the required dependencies (anthropic, mcp, python-dotenv). 3. Set your Anthropic API key in a .env file. 4. Run the client with python client.py path/to/server_script.py (supports both Python and JavaScript servers).

Key features of MCP Client

  • Interactive command-line interface

  • Support for both Python and Node.js MCP servers

  • Proper resource management and error handling

  • Seamless integration with Claude's tool-use capabilities

Use cases of MCP Client

  • Extending Claude's capabilities with custom tools

  • Integrating Claude with external services and APIs

  • Building AI-powered applications that require tool usage

  • Creating interactive applications with Claude

FAQ from MCP Client

What Python version is required?

Python 3.11 or higher.

Where do I get an Anthropic API key?

You need to obtain an Anthropic API key from Anthropic and set it in a .env file.

What if I encounter connection issues?

Verify the server path and ensure the server is running correctly. Also, check the server output for more detailed logs.

Why does the first response take a long time?

The first response might take up to 30 seconds due to initialization processes.

Where can I find more information about MCP?

You can find more information at the Model Context Protocol Documentation: https://modelcontextprotocol.io