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MCP Resource Templates
Expose read-only context through MCP resources and resource templates without overloading prompts.
Quick Answer / TL;DR
MCP resources are read-only context feeds such as files, logs, schemas, or datasets. Resource templates let clients request scoped context by URI pattern.
Key Takeaways
- Resources are read-only.
- Templates reduce token waste.
- Use stable URI schemes.
Resource URI planning
Use human-readable URI schemes that reflect the source system. For Indian data workflows, examples include gst://returns/{period}, ifsc://bank/{code}, and logs://payments/{date}.
{
"uriTemplate": "ifsc://branch/{code}",
"name": "IFSC branch lookup",
"mimeType": "application/json"
}MCP Resource Templates FAQs
Direct answers for developers, operators, and Indian teams evaluating MCP.