MCP goes stateless and extensible

Netlify has been focusing on improving Agent Experience (AX) by advocating for the use of a stateless architecture in server design, as outlined in the MCP 2026-07-28 specification. This new approach simplifies server development by eliminating session management, thus reducing operational complexity and making it accessible to a wider range of developers. Stateless MCP servers can be deployed like any other HTTP service, allowing for scalable, reliable, and easy-to-maintain tools that enhance AX by minimizing interruptions and failure modes. Additionally, the specification introduces the Extensions framework, which includes MCP Apps and Tasks, allowing for consistent and portable user experiences across different clients. This development opens the door for the creation of AI applications that can be universally applied, exemplified by features like an airline seat picker that can be rendered in various AI clients. Netlify's implementation of the MCP server supports the latest specification and is backwards compatible, offering an open standard under the Linux Foundation that promotes broader participation in server development.

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