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Build Your First Server

Hands-on tutorial: scaffold, code, test, and publish a production-ready MCP server from scratch. Part of the free MCP Academy โ€” every lesson below is open to everyone, no signup required.

4 lessons360 XP~42 min total100% free

// LESSONS IN THIS MODULE

  1. 01Project Scaffolding10 min ยท 80 XP

    From Zero to Running Server in 10 Minutes Let's build a real MCP server from scratch. Forget abstractions โ€” by the end of this module, you'll have a w...

  2. 02Registering Tools12 min ยท 90 XP

    Your Server's First Superpower Tools are the most commonly used MCP capability. Let's build a practical tool that searches a local notes directory. Co...

  3. 03Adding Resources & Prompts10 min ยท 90 XP

    Completing Your Server's Capabilities A well-rounded MCP server doesn't just have tools โ€” it also exposes Resources (data the AI can read) and Prompts...

  4. 04Connecting & Publishing10 min ยท 100 XP

    Wiring It All Up Your server has tools, resources, and prompts. Now let's connect the transport and make it available to the world. Complete Entry Poi...

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