Really great article from Anthropic with the announcement of MCP

https://www.anthropic.com/news/model-context-protocol

Anthropic has unveiled an exciting new initiative: the Model Context Protocol (MCP). This open-source standard simplifies the connection between AI assistants and various data sources, making integration seamless for developers.

MCP includes developer tools, local server support within Claude Desktop applications, and pre-configured servers for popular platforms like Google Drive and GitHub. Notably, companies such as Block and Apollo are already leveraging MCP to enhance their AI capabilities.A standout feature of MCP is its remarkable flexibility; it is designed to connect with data sources that may not even exist yet.

Developers can easily get started with quickstart guides and open-source resources provided by Anthropic. This initiative aims to break down the barriers that have traditionally isolated AI models from essential data, facilitating a more interconnected and efficient AI ecosystem.

Really looking forward to seeing this develop!