# Model Context Protocol (MCP)

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AI agents need context from your business systems. The Model Context Protocol (MCP) translates agent intent into real connections to databases, queues, CRMs, HRIS, and other systems of record, without you writing custom integration code.

The Redpanda Cloud Management MCP Server connects your local AI development environment to manage Redpanda Cloud resources.

-   [Redpanda Cloud Management MCP Server](overview/)

    Let AI agents securely operate your Redpanda Cloud clusters, topics, and users through natural language commands.

-   [Redpanda Cloud Management MCP Server Quickstart](quickstart/)

    Connect your Claude AI agent to your Redpanda Cloud account and clusters using the Redpanda Cloud Management MCP Server.

-   [Configure the Redpanda Cloud Management MCP Server](configuration/)

    Learn how to configure the Redpanda Cloud Management MCP Server, including auto and manual client setup, enabling deletes, and security considerations.