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Simon Willison: MCP in Claude and ChatGPT
Hands-on guide to connecting a custom MCP server to both Claude and ChatGPT web clients.
Operator context
Best for
Practitioners who want a structured way to build practical AI skills who want a practitioner-led reference rather than only platform documentation who value practitioner-led guidance and examples.
Why it's here
Hands-on guide to connecting a custom MCP server to both Claude and ChatGPT web clients. We included it because it brings a practitioner perspective from Simon Willison into the courses & learning section of the Index.
When to use it
- Learn a new AI capability through a structured path
- Move from conceptual understanding into hands-on work
- Use Simon Willison's perspective as an input to a technical or product decision
Where this fits
Indexed under Learn & Use AI Better → Courses & Learning. Captured in the August 2026 edition, sourced via Simon Willison.
Common questions
What is Simon Willison: MCP in Claude and ChatGPT? +
Simon Willison: MCP in Claude and ChatGPT is Hands-on guide to connecting a custom MCP server to both Claude and ChatGPT web clients.
Which AI models does Simon Willison: MCP in Claude and ChatGPT work with? +
It is tagged for: Claude, Model-agnostic, OpenAI / Codex.
Where can I access Simon Willison: MCP in Claude and ChatGPT? +
It is available at simonwillison.net.
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