An exploration of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and its potential to become a universal plugin system, extending far beyond its intended use for AI assistants. The article draws parallels to USB-C and other protocols that have found unexpected applications, highlighting the power of standardized connections.
LLM 0.26 introduces tool support, allowing LLMs to access and utilize Python functions as tools. The article details how to install, configure, and use these tools with various LLMs like OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, and Ollama models, including examples with plugins and ad-hoc functions. It also discusses the implications for building 'agents' and future development plans.
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