Starter MCP Stack
A practical default external capability stack for everyday Claude Code work
A starter bundle that covers filesystem access, repository context, docs lookup, and persistent knowledge without assuming a huge custom setup.
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Usage notes
Learn first
These guides explain the concepts behind this asset so the registry becomes a learning system rather than just a catalog.
MCP and Plugins
How Claude Code connects to external servers, tools, and resources
A map of MCP connection management, plugin-facing flows, and how external capabilities become part of the Claude Code experience.
Commands Reference
The command families that shape the Claude Code user experience
A practical index of the command groups exposed by Claude Code and what each one is for.
MCP vs Built-in Tools
Choosing between native Claude Code capabilities and external capability layers
Built-in tools handle core local work; MCP expands Claude Code into connected systems, external resources, and organization-specific workflows.
Related resources
Supporting docs, tools, and integrations connected to this asset.
Filesystem MCP Server
Secure file system access with configurable permissions and sandboxing
Official MCP server providing controlled filesystem access. Read, write, and manage files within specified directories. Features include path sandboxing, configurable permissions, and support for common file operations. Perfect for local development workflows.
GitHub MCP Server
GitHub API integration for Claude with repository management capabilities
Official MCP server providing comprehensive GitHub integration. Enables Claude to read repositories, manage issues and pull requests, search code, and interact with the GitHub API. Essential for any development workflow involving GitHub.
Context7 MCP Server
Real-time documentation lookup for libraries and frameworks
Community MCP server that provides up-to-date documentation for popular libraries and frameworks. Instead of relying on potentially outdated training data, fetch current documentation directly. Supports npm packages, Python libraries, and more.
Memory MCP Server
Persistent memory and knowledge graph for Claude conversations
Official MCP server providing persistent memory capabilities. Store and retrieve information across conversations using a knowledge graph structure. Enables Claude to remember context, facts, and relationships between sessions.