Model Context Protocol (MCP) is transforming how AI assistants connect to data and tools. Launched by Anthropic in late 2024, MCP has become one of the most discussed topics in AI development—and the conversation is happening on Bluesky. Here's how to follow MCP leaders and track updates on the platform.
What is MCP (Model Context Protocol)?
MCP is an open standard that enables developers to build secure, two-way connections between AI applications and data sources. As Alex Albert, head of developer relations at Anthropic, described it:
"An open standard we've been working on at Anthropic that solves a core challenge with LLM apps—connecting them to your data. No more building custom integrations for every data source. MCP provides one protocol to connect them all."
Think of MCP as USB-C for AI integrations. Instead of maintaining separate connectors for each data source, developers can build against a standard protocol.
Why MCP Matters
MCP is gaining rapid adoption because:
- Universal compatibility: Connect any AI app with any data store
- Reduced complexity: One protocol instead of many custom integrations
- Open source: Community-driven development
- Industry backing: Google, Microsoft, OpenAI have announced adoption
- Developer tools: Zed, Replit, Codeium, Sourcegraph are integrating
Pre-Built MCP Servers
Anthropic provides pre-built MCP servers for popular platforms:
- Google Drive
- Slack
- GitHub
- Git
- Puppeteer
- Brave Search
- Bluesky (yes, there's an MCP server for Bluesky!)
MCP Servers for Bluesky
Several MCP servers have been developed for Bluesky, letting you use Claude Desktop as a natural language Bluesky client. With these servers you can:
- Post to Bluesky through Claude
- Read feeds and notifications
- Search posts using natural language
- Manage your account
- Analyze trends and conversations
To use a Bluesky MCP server, you'll need to set your Bluesky credentials (BLUESKY_IDENTIFIER and BLUESKY_APP_KEY) as environment variables.
MCP Leaders to Follow on Bluesky
Stay updated on MCP by following these voices on Bluesky:
Simon Willison
Founder of Datasette, creator of LLM tools, independent AI researcher. Simon was one of the first to write about MCP, calling it "an attempt at a standard protocol for LLM tools." With over 36,000 followers, he's a must-follow for AI development news.
Anthropic Product Developers
There's an Anthropic Product Developers starter pack on Bluesky featuring team members working on Claude and MCP. Look for developers involved in the original MCP launch.
AI Developer Community
Search for starter packs related to:
- AI developers
- LLM builders
- Open source AI
- Developer tools
Track MCP Updates with Skyscraper Tools
Want to be notified whenever MCP is discussed on Bluesky? Use Skyscraper Tools to set up keyword alerts:
Keywords to Track
- MCP – The acronym
- Model Context Protocol – Full name
- Claude tools – Tool-related discussions
- Anthropic – Company news
- Claude MCP – Specific implementations
- MCP server – Server announcements
How to Set Up Alerts
- Visit api.getskyscraper.com/tools
- Create an account (30 seconds)
- Add MCP-related keywords
- Choose hourly or daily email notifications
- Stay informed about every MCP update
Pricing
- Skyscraper Tools Basic: $5/month or $20/year
- Skyscraper Tools Premium: $20/month or $200/year
MCP Hashtags on Bluesky
Follow these hashtags to find MCP discussions:
- #MCP – Model Context Protocol
- #Claude – Anthropic's AI assistant
- #AITools – AI development tools
- #LLM – Large language model discussions
- #Anthropic – Company updates
- #AIdev – AI developer community
- #OpenSource – Open source AI projects
What's Next for MCP
The MCP ecosystem is growing rapidly. Here's what to watch:
- More platform integrations: Expect servers for additional services
- Improved tooling: Better developer experience
- Community servers: Open source contributions
- Enterprise adoption: Business use cases
- Multi-LLM support: Not just Claude
Building with MCP?
If you're building MCP tools, Bluesky is where the developer community discusses:
- Implementation challenges
- Best practices
- New server announcements
- Integration ideas
- Bug reports and fixes
Why Bluesky for AI Development
The AI developer community has embraced Bluesky because:
- Technical audience: High concentration of developers
- Open protocol: ATProtocol aligns with open source values
- Less noise: More focused discussions
- Real-time updates: Breaking news without algorithmic delay
- API access: Developers can build tools that integrate with Bluesky
Start Following MCP Updates Today
The Model Context Protocol is reshaping AI development. Stay informed by:
- Following MCP leaders like @simonwillison.net
- Tracking hashtags like #MCP and #Claude
- Setting up keyword alerts with Skyscraper Tools
- Joining AI developer starter packs on Bluesky
Don't miss the next big MCP announcement.