The MCP Handbook: Integrating LLMs with Real-World Tools & Data

Author:   Jeffrey G Kern
Publisher:   Independently Published
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9798298162425


Pages:   254
Publication Date:   14 August 2025
Format:   Paperback
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The MCP Handbook: Integrating LLMs with Real-World Tools & Data


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This book introduces the Model Context Protocol (MCP), the foundational framework that transforms Large Language Models (LLMs) from passive text generators into proactive, intelligent AI agents. The MCP is a lightweight, language-agnostic protocol that empowers LLMs with the ability to reason, plan, and use a dynamic set of real-world tools and data. It is the key to building autonomous systems that can interact with APIs, databases, and physical devices. This is the next evolution of AI, moving beyond conversational interfaces to truly action-oriented agentic AI. Authored by leading experts in AI architecture and LLM agent development, this handbook is your definitive guide to building robust, production-ready systems. Drawing on extensive experience with LangChain, LlamaIndex, and custom agent frameworks, we provide practical, battle-tested best practices. This is not just theory; it's a field manual for the modern LLM engineer, complete with in-depth analysis of agent frameworks, prompt engineering techniques, and AI safety protocols. Learn to build generative AI that is reliable, scalable, and secure. Are you ready to move beyond basic chatbot functionality? This book is a comprehensive, end-to-end guide to building sophisticated AI agents that can solve complex, real-world problems. We'll start with the core concepts of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and then dive into practical, hands-on tutorials. You'll learn how to design, build, and deploy agents that can automate business workflows, perform intelligent data analysis, and integrate with external APIs. We cover everything from tool design and agent orchestration to critical engineering practices like monitoring, logging, and versioning. This handbook is your blueprint for the future of autonomous AI. What's Inside: Your Blueprint for AI Agent Development Chapter 1-4: The Fundamentals of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and agentic design. Chapter 5-8: Practical case studies on building agents for business automation, data analysis, and personalized user experiences. Chapter 9-11: Essential LLM engineering best practices, including cost optimization, latency reduction, and AI observability. Chapter 12: A deep dive into the future of interoperable AI agents and the AI ecosystem. Keywords: AI agents, LLM, Model Context Protocol, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Autonomous AI, AI Architecture, Tool Use, LangChain, LlamaIndex, AI Safety, Observability, Cost Optimization, Agentic Frameworks. This book is for software developers, data scientists, AI architects, and product managers who want to build with the latest AI technology. Whether you are an experienced engineer looking to master agent frameworks or a curious builder ready to create your first proactive AI system, this book provides the knowledge and tools you need. If you're building with LLMs, ChatGPT, GPT-4, or other large language models, this is your next essential read. The era of passive LLMs is over. The future of AI is agents, and the developers who master this technology now will be the innovators of tomorrow. This handbook provides you with the skills to be at the forefront of this revolution. Don't get left behind; start building the future of autonomous systems today. Unlock the full potential of LLMs. Master the Model Context Protocol. Transform your projects with proactive AI agents. Buy this book now and join the ranks of the new LLM engineers. Your journey into agentic AI starts here

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Author:   Jeffrey G Kern
Publisher:   Independently Published
Imprint:   Independently Published
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.445kg
ISBN:  

9798298162425


Pages:   254
Publication Date:   14 August 2025
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order   Availability explained
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