[Online][Series] MCP 101: Understanding the Model Context Protocol

### Description

Model Context Protocol (MCP) is redefining how AI models interact with tools, data, and environments.
In this opening session, we’ll break down what MCP is, why it exists, and how it fits into the modern AI stack. Whether you’re new to MCP or just MCP-curious, this session sets the foundation for everything that follows.

### Outline

• What problem MCP solves
• MCP vs traditional tool integrations
• Core concepts: clients, servers, resources, tools
• How context flows in MCP
• Real-world use cases and examples
• What we’ll build in the next sessions

Upcoming Sessions:
Session 2: Hands-On MCP: Building Your Own MCP Server
Session 3: Production MCP: Deployment, Versioning & Monitoring

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