# MCP Server Discovery > This skill discovers and finds connection details for Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers by researching official documentation, GitHub repositories, and trusted sources. Use when this capability is needed. - Skill: `tomevault-io/mcp-server-discovery` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files) - Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add tomevault-io/mcp-server-discovery` - Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/tomevault-io/mcp-server-discovery/raw - Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS) - Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex - Category: Product & Planning - Author: tomevault-io (https://skillmd.com/u/tomevault-io) - Updated: 2026-09-17 - Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/tomevault-io/mcp-server-discovery --- --- name: mcp-server-discovery description: Discovers and finds connection details for Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers through research and documentation --- # MCP Server Discovery Skill This skill discovers and finds connection details for Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers by researching official documentation, GitHub repositories, and trusted sources. ## Purpose - Perform web searches to find MCP server connection details - Research official documentation for specific services - Read GitHub repository READMEs for MCP server implementations - Find blog posts and articles about MCP server integrations - Gather authentication and configuration information from trusted sources ## Research Approach 1. **Web Search Queries**: Formulate targeted search queries like "neon db http mcp server url" or "github sse mcp server documentation" 2. **Official Documentation**: Prioritize official documentation from service providers 3. **GitHub Repositories**: Check for official MCP server implementations and their README files 4. **Blog Posts**: Research articles on platforms like Medium, Dev.to, or official blogs 5. **Verification**: Cross-reference multiple sources to ensure accuracy ## Information Gathering - Connection URLs and endpoints for HTTP/SSE MCP servers - Command-line tools and installation instructions for stdio servers - Authentication methods and required tokens/credentials - Configuration parameters and setup instructions - Required dependencies and system requirements ## Quality Standards - Prioritize official documentation and repositories - Verify information across multiple trusted sources - Focus on current, up-to-date implementation details - Flag deprecated or experimental implementations - Note any specific version requirements ## Usage Context Use this skill when: - Users need connection details for specific MCP servers - Uncertain about official endpoints for services like Neon DB, GitHub, Slack, etc. - Need to research authentication methods for specific platforms - Looking for command-line tools for stdio-based MCP servers - Seeking setup instructions for specific MCP server implementations --- > Converted and distributed by [TomeVault](https://tomevault.io/claim/syeda-hoorain-ali) — claim your Tome and manage your conversions.