Overview Recently, I've been exploring AWS AgentCore's new capability to host Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers, and I wanted to share my experience with connecting to these remote servers as a client. The Model Context Protocol is an open standard that enables AI assistants to securely connect with external data …

Executive Summary This article provides a deep-dive technical analysis of the Model Context Protocol (MCP) authorization flow. The central insight is that MCP's authorization model is not a generic application of OAuth 2.0 but a sophisticated implementation of the emerging OAuth 2.1 standard. The MCP protocol …

Overview Building on my previous exploration of connecting to MCP servers hosted on AWS AgentCore, I've been working extensively with the native MCP SDK's OAuth Client Provider to streamline authentication workflows. The MCP SDK's built-in OAuth support has evolved significantly, offering robust solutions for both …