If you’ve ever wondered how AI agents like Copilot plug into all kinds of tools and services… you’re about to find out. The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is quickly becoming the go-to standard for developers worldwide—and it's reshaping how we connect models to apps, APIs, and more. Whether you’re a student just getting started or a budding developer looking to build real-world skills, this is your chance to level up.
Global Workshops for All Skill Levels
We’re hosting a series of free online workshops to introduce you to MCP—available in multiple languages and programming languages! You’ll get hands-on experience building your first MCP server, guided by friendly experts ready to answer your questions.
Register now: https://aka.ms/letslearnmcp
Who Should Join?
This workshop is built for:
- Students exploring tech careers
- Beginner devs eager to learn how AI agents and MCP works
- Curious coders and seasoned pros alike
If you’ve got some code curiosity and a laptop, you’re good to go.
Workshop Schedule (English Sessions)
| Date | Tech Focus | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|
| July 9 | C# | Join Here |
| July 15 | Java | Join Here |
| July 16 | Python | Join Here |
| July 17 | C# + Visual Studio | Join Here |
| July 21 | TypeScript | Join Here |
Multilingual Sessions
We’re also hosting workshops in Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, and more! Explore different tech stacks while learning in your preferred language:
| Date | Language | Technology | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 15 | 한국어 (Korean) | C# | Join |
| July 15 | 日本語 (Japanese) | C# | Join |
| July 17 | Español | C# | Join |
| July 18 | Tiếng Việt | C# | Join |
| July 18 | 한국어 | JavaScript | Join |
| July 22 | 한국어 | Python | Join |
| July 22 | Português | Java | Join |
| July 23 | 中文 (Chinese) | C# | Join |
| July 23 | Türkçe | C# | Join |
| July 23 | Español | JavaScript/TS | Join |
| July 23 | Português | C# | Join |
| July 24 | Deutsch | Java | Join |
| July 24 | Italiano | Python | Join |
🗓️ Save your seat: https://aka.ms/letslearnmcp
What You’ll Need
Before the event starts, make sure you’ve got:
- Visual Studio Code set up for your language of choice
- Docker installed
- A GitHub account (you can sign up for Copilot for free!)
- A curious mindset—no MCP experience required
- You can check out the MCP for Beginner course at https://aka.ms/mcp-for-beginners
What’s Next? MCP Dev Days!
Once you’ve wrapped up the workshop, why not go deeper? MCP Dev Days is happening July 29–30, and it’s packed with pro sessions from the Microsoft team and beyond. You’ll explore the MCP ecosystem, learn from insiders, and connect with other learners and devs.
👉 Info and registration: https://aka.ms/mcpdevdays
Whether you're writing your first line of code or fine-tuning models like a pro, MCP is a game-changer. Come learn with us, and let’s build the future together
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