Allen and Mark discuss the architecture of Model Context Protocol (MCP)servers, using Allen&#39;s experience with "Vodo Drive" as a case study.They dive into critical considerations for building effective agents,focusing on security, managing API complexity, and enforcing businesslogic. The conversation explores how to move beyond simple REST APIwrappers to create high-level, context-aware tools that ensure safetyand efficiency.[00:00:00] Welcome and Introduction[00:00:54] Lessons from Vodo Drive for MCP[00:02:54] The Importance of Security in MCP Servers[00:03:36] Managing API Complexity and Business Logic[00:05:58] Authentication and Authorization Challenges[00:07:37] OAuth Scopes and User-Controlled Access[00:10:48] Handling Complex APIs like Google Workspace[00:13:58] Designing High-Level Tools vs. Low-Level wrappers[00:19:35] Dynamic Tool Lists and Context Awareness[00:24:14] Agents Acting On Behalf of Users, Not As Users#MCP #ModelContextProtocol #AI #Agents #VodoDrive #Security #API#GoogleWorkspace #SoftwareArchitecture #TwoVoiceDevs

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Episode 259 - Building Better MCP Servers: Lessons from Vodo Drive

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