Stop Treating MCP Like API 2.0
SMRTR summary
MCP (Model Context Protocol) is widely misunderstood as just an API wrapper, but its real value is acting as a frontend built specifically for LLMs. Instead of forcing models to manage auth headers, URL encoding, and raw JSON payloads, a well-designed MCP server exposes intent-driven tools that hide backend complexity. This matters most for multi-step workflows, OAuth handling, and protecting context windows from noisy payloads.
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