Learn Microsoft AI walks through the process of connecting to a local Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server using Microsoft.Extensions.AI, covering setup and real-time model context integration.

Connecting to a Local MCP Server Using Microsoft.Extensions.AI

In this video tutorial, you’ll discover how to set up and connect to a Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server using the Microsoft.Extensions.AI library, all in a local development environment.

Key Topics Covered

Overview of MCP (Model Context Protocol):
- What MCP is and how it supports model context processing.
Using Microsoft.Extensions.AI:
- Introduction to the Microsoft.Extensions.AI library.
- Steps to install and configure the MCP client.
Setting Up a Local MCP Server:
- Guide to preparing your local environment for MCP server operations.
Integration with Existing Applications:
- How to connect the MCP client with your application for real-time model context handling.
- Practical integration scenarios.
Enabling Real-Time Model Context Processing:
- How to ensure your application processes context updates effectively and efficiently.

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By the end of this session, you’ll know how to set up a local MCP server, configure Microsoft.Extensions.AI in your projects, and support sophisticated model context operations with real-time processing.