Mcp - Claude Code Blog

Claude Code has six ways to extend it — CLAUDE.md, skills, subagents, MCP servers, hooks, and plugins — and they overlap just enough to be confusing. This decision guide explains what each one is, when to reach for it, when not to, and how to combine them.

A contrarian look at whether the Model Context Protocol is dying or thriving. We examine the fragmentation, complexity, and adoption challenges -- alongside the reasons MCP might be more important than ever.

Learn what MCP servers are, how they work with Claude Code, and how to set up your first integration. Covers configuration, top servers, real-world workflows, and advanced patterns.