Master the Claude ecosystem
In-depth guides written by developers who have been building on Claude for a while.
Smithery Shutdown: MCP Migration Guide for Oct 31
Smithery's proxy, API and hosted MCP URLs stop on October 31, 2026. Check if you depend on them and move to local, vendor or self-hosted MCP servers.
What is MCP (Model Context Protocol)?
MCP is Anthropic's open standard that lets Claude connect to tools, APIs, and data sources. Think 'USB-C for AI'. Learn what it is, how it works, and why 1,990+ servers already exist.
How to Install an MCP Server in Claude Desktop
Step-by-step guide: install any MCP server in Claude Desktop or Claude Code in under 2 minutes. Mac, Windows, and Linux covered.
Build Your First Claude Skill in 10 Minutes
A hands-on guide to creating, testing, and sharing a Claude skill. Includes the full folder structure, SKILL.md template, and publishing workflow.
MCP servers vs skills vs plugins vs subagents: which one do you need?
MCP servers, skills, plugins and subagents extend Claude in different ways. Learn what each does, how to install it, and a simple rule to pick the right one.
The best MCP server and Claude directories in 2026, compared honestly
An honest 2026 comparison of MCP server and Claude directories: mcp.so, PulseMCP, MCP.Directory, claudemarketplaces.com, skillsmp.com, awesome lists and ClaudeWave.