kickstart-mcp

What is kickstart-mcp?

kickstart-mcp is an interactive tutorial for learning the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It guides users through setting up MCP hosts, building servers, and implementing clients, with step-by-step instructions and built-in verification. It is designed for developers who want a hands-on introduction to MCP.

How to use kickstart-mcp?

Install and run kickstart-mcp with uvx kickstart-mcp -l <language> (e.g., -l ko for Korean, -l en for English). Alternatively, clone the repository and run uv run kickstart-mcp. After starting, follow the interactive prompts to choose your MCP host, complete each tutorial step, and verify your progress.

Key features of kickstart-mcp

• Interactive tutorials for MCP setup and development
• Step-by-step guides for Claude, Cursor, and custom hosts
• Comprehensive coverage of host configuration, server development, and client implementation
• Built-in verification for each tutorial step
• Cross-platform support (macOS, Windows)
• Multilingual support (English, Korean, Chinese, Japanese)

Use cases of kickstart-mcp

• Learning MCP from scratch with a guided tutorial
• Setting up an MCP host such as Claude or Cursor
• Building a custom MCP server using FastMcp
• Implementing an MCP client step by step
• Quickly reviewing MCP server development without full setup

FAQ from kickstart-mcp

What languages does kickstart-mcp support?

It supports English, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese. Use the -l option to select your preferred language (e.g., -l ko for Korean).

What dependencies are required?

UV is recommended for package management, and Hatch is required as the build tool. Both can be installed via Homebrew: brew install uv and brew install hatch.

How do I install kickstart-mcp?

The quickest way is to run uvx kickstart-mcp. For development, clone the repository and run uv run kickstart-mcp from the project directory.