Microsoft Developer presents Elaiza Benitez and Nathan Rose discussing how to leverage MCP Server for low-code AI integration in Dataverse, Dynamics 365, and Copilot Studio, with practical demos and expert insights.

Unlocking MCP Server: AI Integration for Dataverse & Dynamics 365

Host: Elaiza Benitez
Guest: Nathan Rose (Microsoft MVP, HSO Functional Architect)

Overview

In this episode of The Low Code Revolution, Elaiza Benitez interviews Nathan Rose about Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server, a new technology layer designed to empower seamless AI integration for low-code development within Microsoft Dataverse, Dynamics 365, and Copilot Studio. The conversation covers practical demos, conceptual overviews, and the security implications of adopting MCP Server for building intelligent and autonomous agents in enterprise apps.

What You’ll Learn

  • What MCP Server Is: Understand the architecture and workings of Model Context Protocol as the next-generation interface for integrating AI capabilities with low-code apps.
  • AI Agent Enablement: See how MCP supports both interactive and autonomous agentic AI in Microsoft platforms.
  • Hands-on Demos: Watch real-world demonstrations of connecting to MCP from Copilot Studio and Dataverse, along with agent configuration and deployment.
  • Developing with MCP: Learn techniques for integrating your own agents using MCP, along with notable limitations and security considerations.
  • Platform Comparisons: Get key differences between Dataverse and Dynamics 365 when implementing MCP servers.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 01:06 Redefined creative boundaries for low-code solutions
  • 03:10 Agentic AI with MCP - fundamental concepts
  • 06:54 Demo: Connecting to MCP from Copilot Studio
  • 08:03 Demo: Creating an autonomous agent
  • 15:58 Demo: Interactive agent in action
  • 22:57 Key considerations and known limitations
  • 25:07 Comparing Dataverse and Dynamics 365 MCP implementation
  • 25:45 Reference to Microsoft Learn resources
  • 26:05 Closing remarks

Key Resources

Security and Limitations

  • MCP Server is a preview feature; current limitations are noted in the episode
  • Discussion of common security pitfalls and how to mitigate them when building or connecting agents

Who Should Watch

This video is tailored for:

  • Developers building AI-powered low-code solutions on Microsoft platforms
  • Architects designing intelligent and autonomous agents in enterprise apps
  • Power Platform makers looking to leverage Copilot Studio and Dataverse for advanced AI integration

Summary

Elaiza Benitez and Nathan Rose provide a deep dive into how MCP Server is redefining what’s possible for low-code developers and enterprise teams building with Microsoft’s AI and business application ecosystem. The session offers a mix of practical demos, architectural insight, and resource guidance for hands-on learners and solution architects alike.