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# Hello World MCP Server (jageenshukla) **Repository**: https://github.com/jageenshukla/hello-world-mcp-server ## Overview Demonstrates simple MCP server with TypeScript. This is an educational repository designed to teach MCP server development through a practical "Hello World" implementation with comprehensive documentation. ## Tech Stack - **TypeScript** - Fully typed codebase for better developer experience - **Express** - Web framework - **Model Context Protocol (MCP) SDK** - Core MCP functionality - **Server-Sent Events (SSE)** - Real-time communication ## Project Structure ``` src/ ├── server.ts # Main entry point ├── modules/ │ ├── tools.ts # MCP tool registration │ ├── prompts.ts # MCP prompt registration │ └── transports.ts # SSE and message endpoints .env # Environment configuration ``` ## Key Features - ✅ TypeScript Support with full typing - ✅ Modular architecture demonstration - ✅ Environment configuration via .env - ✅ MCP Inspector integration for testing - ✅ Server-sent events (SSE) handling - ✅ Comprehensive step-by-step documentation - ✅ Companion blog post with implementation details ## Implementation Patterns - **Modular Design**: Clean separation between tools, prompts, and transports - **Educational Structure**: Code organized for learning progression - **Configuration Management**: Environment-based setup - **Testing Integration**: MCP Inspector support for debugging ## MCP Concepts Demonstrated - **Tool Registration**: How to register and handle MCP tools - **Prompt Registration**: Implementation of MCP prompts - **Transport Layer**: SSE and message handling - **Server Architecture**: Complete MCP server setup ## Unique Approaches - **Educational Focus**: Explicitly designed for learning MCP development - **Documentation-Heavy**: Comprehensive guides and explanations - **Blog Integration**: Companion blog post explaining concepts - **Practical Examples**: Real-world implementation patterns - **Debugging Support**: MCP Inspector integration for testing ## Recommended Use Cases - Learning MCP server development from scratch - Understanding MCP architecture and concepts - Reference implementation for educational purposes - Starting point for developers new to MCP ## Learning Resources - Step-by-step setup documentation - Troubleshooting and debugging guidance - Related project showing practical application - Blog post explaining implementation details ## Analysis This repository excels as an educational resource. The modular structure, comprehensive documentation, and clear separation of concerns make it an ideal starting point for developers new to MCP. The emphasis on TypeScript typing and testing integration provides a solid foundation for learning best practices.