Integrate your software catalog into every workflow: Introducing the Port MCP Server

Port has introduced the MCP (Model Context Protocol) server to enhance the way users interact with its AI-native developer portal, offering a seamless integration with popular tools like VS Code, Cursor, and Claude. This development allows developers and other stakeholders to access and manage software information, service health, and standards directly through natural language queries without the need for complex API integrations or navigating multiple platforms. The MCP server facilitates real-time interactions with Port's software catalog, enabling users to automate tasks like setting up development environments or creating security scorecards based on live data. As an open standard, MCP connects AI assistants to various tools, broadening their capabilities and allowing for more intuitive and efficient workflows. Port's innovations promise to streamline software development processes by providing a centralized, continuously updated source of truth that enhances collaboration across platform, security, and governance teams.