Building Apps for ChatGPT with Apollo MCP Server and Apollo Client

In December 2025, Andrew McGivery discusses the potential of building conversational apps for ChatGPT using Apollo MCP Server and Apollo Client, following OpenAI's introduction of the ChatGPT Apps SDK. These apps are designed to be integrated directly into the ChatGPT interface via the Model Context Protocol (MCP), allowing users to interact seamlessly with action-oriented conversational applications and follow-up queries. The MCP apps spec is being proposed as a standardized method for creating such applications, aiming to simplify the process for developers by abstracting AI provider details and enabling a "build once, deploy anywhere" approach. McGivery introduces a tutorial on creating these apps using familiar tools like Apollo Client and Apollo MCP Server, which eliminates the need for complex server configurations and empowers developers to focus on user experience rather than protocol intricacies. He emphasizes the early stage of these conversational apps, comparing their potential impact to the early days of mobile apps, and expresses optimism about their future proliferation in the industry.