Glossary
MCP (Model Context Protocol)
MCP is an open protocol for connecting AI applications to external tools and data sources through standardized servers.
MCP (Model Context Protocol): MCP is an open protocol for connecting AI applications to external tools and data sources through standardized servers.
Definition
MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open protocol for connecting AI hosts/agents to external tools and data via standardized servers.
Why it matters
It reduces one-off integrations and makes tool ecosystems more portable across agent applications.
See also
Related reading
MCP Explained: Model Context Protocol for Agents
What MCP (Model Context Protocol) is, why it matters for agent tool use, and how to think about servers, clients, and security.
Tool Use Pattern
How agents call tools reliably: schemas, selection, error handling, permissions, and verification of side effects.