The MCP Server Research Project implements and demonstrates the Message Coordination Protocol (MCP), a standard for communication in distributed systems.
To begin, clone the repository and set up a virtual environment. Install the required dependencies and run the demo server. You can customize the setup using environment variables.
Key features include registering and tracking connected clients, processing various message types such as heartbeat, data, and command, and routing messages to correct destinations. It also provides a real-time web dashboard for monitoring and maintains an in-memory message history.
Its primary use cases are coordinating messages across distributed applications, monitoring system activity in real-time, and showcasing the capabilities of the MCP protocol.
For prerequisites, you need Python 3.8+, Flask, and Requests installed. To run the demo server, execute the simple_mcp_server.py script located in the demo directory. The project is open for contributions via Pull Requests.