This guide demonstrates how to integrate Pokemon API functionality into Claude using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). The implementation serves as a proof of concept for MCP methodologies, showcasing how easily external APIs can be integrated with Claude.

The integration is built in Go, leveraging its robust built-in networking capabilities. The resulting binary acts as a bridge between Claude and the Pokemon API.

1. Compile the Binary

   • Build the Go application to create the MCP server binary
   • Store the binary in a location that will be referenced by your Claude desktop configuration

2. Configure Claude Desktop Add the MCP server configuration to your Claude desktop config file (claude_desktop_config.json):

   {
       "mcpServers": {
           "pokemon-mcp": {
               "command": "/tmp/pokemon-mcp"
           }
       }
   }

For more detailed information about MCP integration, refer to the MCP Quick Start Guide

• The binary location (/tmp/pokemon-mcp) should be adjusted according to your system setup
• Ensure the binary has appropriate execution permissions
• The MCP server name (pokemon-mcp) can be customized as needed