MCP Protocol Explained: Make Any API Claude-Compatible in 10 Minutes
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MCP (Model Context Protocol) is the standard that lets Claude - and any MCP-compatible AI - talk directly to your APIs. Here's how to make your API Claude-compatible in 10 minutes. What MCP Actually Does Without MCP: Claude can read text about your API and suggest curl commands. With MCP: Claude can call your API directly, read the response, and take action. The difference is huge for automation workflows.