Essential Tools & Extensions for Claude Code

Looking to extend Claude Code's capabilities? You're in the right place. The Model Context Protocol (MCP) opens up endless possibilities for integrating external tools, APIs, and data sources.

What Are MCP Servers?

MCP servers are Claude Code extensions that give Claude access to:

• File systems - Let Claude read and write files locally
• APIs - Connect to GitHub, Notion, databases, and more
• Tools - Add custom functionality like web search, image generation
• Data sources - Integrate with your company's internal systems

Quick Start: Installing MCP Servers

The easiest way to add MCP servers is through Claude Code's configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "filesystem": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "@modelcontextprotocol/server-filesystem", "/path/to/allowed/files"]
    }
  }
}

Popular MCP Extensions

Browse our comprehensive guide to the best MCP extensions and servers available for Claude Code:

• File & Database Tools - Work with local files, SQLite, PostgreSQL
• API Integrations - GitHub, Slack, Linear, Notion
• Development Tools - Git operations, Docker, Kubernetes
• AI & ML Tools - Image generation, web scraping, data analysis

Check out the MCP Extensions Guide for detailed installation and usage instructions.