Build a Custom MCP Server in Python Tutorial

Learn how to build a custom Model Context Protocol (MCP) server in Python and connect it to an AI agent in this 26-minute beginner-friendly tutorial. Discover what an MCP server is, how to create your own, and ways to extend it for advanced applications. Follow along with step-by-step instructions covering installation setup, basic MCP examples, integration with Claude Desktop, troubleshooting common issues, and an advanced MCP server demonstration. Access all necessary resources including the Python MCP Server SDK, UV installation guide, Claude Desktop download, and complete source code to build your own custom MCP implementation.