MCP Server Azure Function
by katarinasvedman
This project implements a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server as an Azure Function using the .NET 8.0 isolated worker model. It enables interaction with language models that support the MCP standard.
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What is MCP Server Azure Function?
This is an implementation of a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server using Azure Functions. It allows interaction with language models that adhere to the MCP standard, providing a way to expose functionalities as callable operations.
How to use MCP Server Azure Function?
To use this server, you can deploy it to Azure using the provided Bicep templates or Azure CLI. Once deployed, you can interact with the function via HTTP requests, sending JSON payloads that conform to the MCP protocol. The function supports various operations, including listing available operations, retrieving business data, triggering Logic Apps, and calling internal APIs. You can test the function locally using the provided JSON test files and curl commands.
Key features of MCP Server Azure Function
Implements MCP protocol operations
Built on Azure Functions v4 with isolated worker process
Uses .NET 8.0 for improved performance and features
Structured error handling and logging
JSON serialization with System.Text.Json
Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Bicep templates
Use cases of MCP Server Azure Function
Exposing business logic to language models
Integrating language models with Azure services
Providing a standardized interface for interacting with language models
Orchestrating complex workflows with Logic Apps via language model requests
FAQ from MCP Server Azure Function
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP)?
MCP is a standard protocol for interacting with language models, allowing them to invoke operations and retrieve data from external systems.
What are the prerequisites for running this server?
What are the prerequisites for running this server?
You need .NET 8 SDK, Azure Functions Core Tools v4, Visual Studio or Visual Studio Code, Azure CLI, and Azure Bicep CLI.
How do I deploy this server to Azure?
How do I deploy this server to Azure?
You can deploy it using Bicep templates (recommended) or Azure CLI. The Bicep templates automate the creation of the necessary Azure resources.
How do I test the function locally?
How do I test the function locally?
You can use the provided JSON test files and curl commands to send requests to the function running locally.
How do I secure the function in production?
How do I secure the function in production?
Enable MCP authentication, store sensitive information in Azure Key Vault, use managed identities, and monitor function execution with Application Insights.