Core Concepts
Understanding the fundamental building blocks of Model Context Protocol (MCP) and how OmniMCP implements them.
Overview
Before diving into implementation details, it's important to understand the core concepts that make MCP powerful and flexible. This section covers the essential knowledge you need to work effectively with OmniMCP.
MCP Protocol
Learn about the Model Context Protocol specification, its architecture, and how it enables secure AI-to-tool communication.
Learn about MCP →Transports
Understand different transport mechanisms (stdio, HTTP, SSE) and when to use each for optimal performance.
Explore transports →Error Handling
Master error handling patterns, retry strategies, and recovery mechanisms for building resilient MCP applications.
Handle errors effectively →Key Principles
1. Protocol-First Design
MCP is built on open standards, ensuring compatibility and interoperability between different implementations and vendors.
2. Security by Default
Every aspect of MCP is designed with security in mind, from transport encryption to capability negotiation and permission management.
3. Transport Agnostic
The protocol works over multiple transport layers, allowing you to choose the best option for your deployment scenario.
4. Extensibility
MCP is designed to grow with your needs, supporting custom tools, resources, and transport implementations.
Learning Path
- Start with the Protocol - Understand MCP fundamentals
- Choose Your Transport - Select the right transport for your use case
- Master Error Handling - Build resilient applications
- Implement Best Practices - Follow production-ready patterns
Next Steps
Ready to dive deeper? Start with understanding the MCP Protocol or jump straight to building your first connection.