Building MCP Servers: Extend AI Applications with PHP

Model Context Protocol (MCP) is an open standard that enables AI applications like Claude to securely connect to your data sources and tools. Instead of copying content into chat windows or building custom integrations for every AI tool, MCP servers act as bridges that can expose your databases, APIs, and business logic through a standardized interface that any MCP-compatible client can use.

In this talk, you'll learn how to build MCP servers in PHP to connect AI assistants to your existing applications. We'll cover the MCP specification, explore real-world use cases like connecting to MySQL databases or Laravel applications, and walk through building a working server that exposes your tools and data sources. You'll leave with practical knowledge to integrate AI capabilities into your PHP stack while maintaining control over your data and business logic.

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