Name: Inside MCP: Live Protocol Messages, Real-Time Flows, and Smarter Agents
Start: 2026-01-08T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-01-08T20:30:00-05:00
Location: Oracle

You’ve heard the buzz — now roll up your sleeves and build with it. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn exactly how the Model Context Protocol (MCP) works — and you’ll write your own MCP server tool from scratch, then author an Agent that uses it to deliver real-time, context-aware help right inside your dev flow.

We’ll break down the raw MCP protocol step by step:
• How it streams context between your IDE and Agents
• How messages are structured and exchanged
• How to wire up an MCP Client to talk to your new tool

By the end, you’ll not only understand the protocol — you’ll have built a working MCP server tool and your own Agent that plugs into it to automate tasks, provide better suggestions, and boost your productivity.

Bring your curiosity — and your laptop — because you’ll walk away with practical code, a working prototype, and the confidence to build and extend your own MCP-powered tools and Agents.

**Speaker:**
[David Parry](https://www.linkedin.com/in/daviddryparry/) is a Director of Architecture with over 20 years of experience in software development, starting with Java applets in 1996. He has led projects building content management systems for clients like Johnnie Walker, including *keepwalking.com*, and, as a Big 4 consultant, has solved complex issues for high-traffic web platforms.
Embracing innovation, David has also worked on mobile and embedded Android TV systems, delivering high-quality streaming services. Currently, as a Developer Advocate and Consultant, he guides architectural strategy and execution, leveraging his deep Java expertise to provide valuable insights.
With decades of experience and a strategic perspective shaped by both hands-on development and consulting, David is a valuable asset to any project or organization.

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