MCP Ecosystem Weekly Tracker
Weekly snapshot of the Model Context Protocol ecosystem: 345 repositories tracked, FastMCP leads community growth with 24,535 stars, Python SDK outpaces TypeScript by 85%.
Data Overview
- Last Updated: 2026-04-15
- Update Frequency: Weekly
- Primary Sources: GitHub API (MCP topic repositories), Awesome MCP Servers List
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) ecosystem continues its expansion with 345 repositories exceeding 50 stars out of 5,813 total tagged repositories. This weekly tracker monitors the top projects, language distribution, and emerging trends across the MCP landscape.
Methodology
Data Collection:
- GitHub API queries for repositories tagged with
mcpandmodel-context-protocoltopics - Filtered to repositories with >50 stars for quality threshold
- Data snapshot taken on 2026-04-15
Validation Criteria:
- Repository must have
mcpormodel-context-protocolas a topic tag - Minimum 50 stars to qualify for tracking
- Active development assessed via
Last Updatedfield
Column Definitions:
| Column | Definition |
|---|---|
| Repository | GitHub owner/repo name |
| Stars | Total GitHub stars at collection time |
| Forks | Total GitHub forks at collection time |
| Language | Primary programming language |
| Trend | Classification of project type/trajectory |
Current Data: Top 30 MCP Repositories
| Repository | Stars | Forks | Language | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| modelcontextprotocol/servers | 83,741 | 10,382 | TypeScript | official-core |
| PrefectHQ/fastmcp | 24,535 | 1,928 | Python | rising-star |
| modelcontextprotocol/python-sdk | 22,634 | 3,321 | Python | official-sdk |
| microsoft/mcp-for-beginners | 15,872 | 5,171 | Jupyter Notebook | educational |
| modelcontextprotocol/typescript-sdk | 12,181 | 1,775 | TypeScript | official-sdk |
| mcp-use/mcp-use | 9,773 | 1,242 | TypeScript | rising |
| CoplayDev/unity-mcp | 8,482 | 968 | C# | game-dev |
| lastmile-ai/mcp-agent | 8,265 | 830 | Python | agent-framework |
| Upsonic/Upsonic | 7,825 | 726 | Python | enterprise |
| grab/cursor-talk-to-figma-mcp | 6,651 | 721 | JavaScript | design-tool |
| firecrawl/firecrawl-mcp-server | 6,050 | 680 | JavaScript | web-tool |
| appcypher/awesome-mcp-servers | 5,393 | 1,219 | - | directory |
| getsentry/XcodeBuildMCP | 5,196 | 245 | TypeScript | ios-dev |
| nanbingxyz/5ire | 5,155 | 404 | TypeScript | desktop-client |
| casibase/casibase | 4,493 | 526 | Go | enterprise-platform |
| exa-labs/exa-mcp-server | 4,242 | 318 | TypeScript | search-tool |
| IBM/mcp-context-forge | 3,569 | 624 | Python | enterprise-gateway |
| zcaceres/markdownify-mcp | 2,584 | 213 | TypeScript | utility |
| holaboss-ai/holaOS | 2,486 | 271 | TypeScript | agent-os |
| genieincodebottle/generative-ai | 2,215 | 542 | Jupyter Notebook | educational |
| metatool-ai/metamcp | 2,212 | 324 | TypeScript | meta-tool |
| jamubc/gemini-mcp-tool | 2,155 | 182 | TypeScript | llm-bridge |
| IvanMurzak/Unity-MCP | 2,136 | 195 | C# | game-dev |
| taylorwilsdon/google_workspace_mcp | 2,112 | 632 | Python | workspace |
| zinja-coder/jadx-ai-mcp | 1,765 | 182 | Java | reverse-engineering |
| ravitemer/mcphub.nvim | 1,760 | 83 | Lua | editor-plugin |
| stacklok/toolhive | 1,716 | 207 | Go | enterprise |
| doobidoo/mcp-memory-service | 1,668 | 249 | Python | memory |
| CoderGamester/mcp-unity | 1,588 | 201 | C# | game-dev |
| stickerdaniel/linkedin-mcp-server | 1,547 | 284 | Python | social |
Ecosystem Metrics
Language Distribution (Top 30)
| Language | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Python | 9 | 30% |
| TypeScript | 9 | 30% |
| C# | 3 | 10% |
| JavaScript | 2 | 6.7% |
| Go | 2 | 6.7% |
| Jupyter Notebook | 2 | 6.7% |
| Other | 5 | 16.7% |
Aggregate Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total tagged repositories | 5,813 |
| Repositories with >50 stars | 345 |
| Total stars (Top 30) | 249,742 |
| New repositories this week | N/A (first detailed snapshot) |
Trends & Observations
1. Python SDK Dominates TypeScript SDK
The official Python SDK (22,634 stars) now leads the TypeScript SDK (12,181 stars) by an 85% margin. This signals stronger developer preference for Python in the MCP ecosystem, likely driven by the AI/ML communityβs existing Python tooling.
2. FastMCP Emerges as Leading Community Framework
FastMCP (PrefectHQ) has reached 24,535 stars, positioning itself as the most popular community-built MCP server framework. Its tagline βThe fast, Pythonic way to build MCP serversβ resonates with developers seeking simplicity over official SDK complexity.
3. Unity Game Development Shows Strong Adoption
Three dedicated Unity MCP projects appear in the top 30:
- CoplayDev/unity-mcp: 8,482 stars
- IvanMurzak/Unity-MCP: 2,136 stars
- CoderGamester/mcp-unity: 1,588 stars
This represents 10% of top projects focusing on game development integration.
4. Enterprise MCP Platforms Gaining Traction
Enterprise-focused solutions are emerging:
- IBM/mcp-context-forge: AI Gateway, registry, and proxy for MCP/A2A/REST APIs
- Stacklok/toolhive: Enterprise-grade platform for running MCP servers
- casibase/casibase: Enterprise-level AI knowledge base and MCP management
5. Web Scraping and Search Tools Show Strong Demand
Firecrawl (6,050 stars) and Exa (4,242 stars) MCP servers indicate significant interest in web data extraction capabilities for AI agents.
6. Desktop MCP Clients Emerging
5ire (5,155 stars) demonstrates demand for cross-platform desktop AI assistants that serve as MCP clients, extending beyond terminal-based tooling.
7. Memory and Knowledge Graph Services Essential
Memory/persistence MCP services like mcp-memory-service (1,668 stars) address the critical need for agent context retention across sessions.
Awesome MCP Servers Categories
The community-curated list (punkpeye/awesome-mcp-servers) organizes projects into 19 categories:
| Category | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Aggregators | Multi-server management and routing |
| Art & Culture | Museum, gallery, cultural APIs |
| Aerospace & Astrodynamics | Space-related data services |
| Browser Automation | Web scraping, browser control |
| Biology Medicine & Bioinformatics | Healthcare and life sciences |
| Cloud Platforms | AWS, GCP, Azure integrations |
| Code Execution | Sandboxed code running |
| Coding Agents | AI-assisted development |
| Command Line | CLI tool integrations |
| Communication | Slack, Discord, email |
| Databases | SQL, NoSQL connections |
| Data Platforms | Analytics, warehousing |
| Developer Tools | IDE extensions, utilities |
| File Systems | Local and cloud storage |
| Finance & Fintech | Market data, banking APIs |
| Gaming | Game engine integrations |
| Knowledge & Memory | Vector stores, knowledge graphs |
| Search & Data Extraction | Web search, crawling |
| Security | Auth, encryption, scanning |
| Social Media | Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. |
Notable Aggregators
| Project | Description |
|---|---|
| APIFold | Turn any REST API into a hosted MCP server |
| metatool-ai/metamcp | MCP Aggregator in one Docker container |
| mcp-use/mcp-use | Fullstack MCP framework for ChatGPT/Claude apps |
| PipedreamHQ/pipedream | Connect with 2,500+ APIs via MCP |
πΊ Scout Intel: What Others Missed
Confidence: high | Novelty Score: 65/100
While most MCP coverage focuses on Anthropicβs official servers and SDKs, the ecosystem data reveals a deeper structural shift: community frameworks are outpacing official tooling in developer adoption. FastMCPβs 24,535 stars versus the official Python SDKβs 22,634 stars suggests developers prefer opinionated, simplified interfaces over flexible official SDKs. The 85% gap between Python and TypeScript SDKs indicates Python has become the de facto language for MCP development, aligning with broader AI/ML tooling preferences.
Key Implication: Enterprise teams evaluating MCP should prioritize Python-first implementations and consider FastMCP for rapid prototyping, while monitoring IBM Context Forge and Stacklok ToolHive for production-grade deployment patterns.
Changelog
| Date | Change | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-15 | added | Initial weekly snapshot with top 30 repositories and ecosystem metrics |
Sources
- GitHub API - MCP Servers Search β GitHub, 2026-04-15
- GitHub - MCP Protocol Core β GitHub, 2026-04-15
- GitHub - MCP TypeScript SDK β GitHub, 2026-04-15
- GitHub - MCP Python SDK β GitHub, 2026-04-15
- Awesome MCP Servers List β punkpeye, 2026-04-15
MCP Ecosystem Weekly Tracker
Weekly snapshot of the Model Context Protocol ecosystem: 345 repositories tracked, FastMCP leads community growth with 24,535 stars, Python SDK outpaces TypeScript by 85%.
Data Overview
- Last Updated: 2026-04-15
- Update Frequency: Weekly
- Primary Sources: GitHub API (MCP topic repositories), Awesome MCP Servers List
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) ecosystem continues its expansion with 345 repositories exceeding 50 stars out of 5,813 total tagged repositories. This weekly tracker monitors the top projects, language distribution, and emerging trends across the MCP landscape.
Methodology
Data Collection:
- GitHub API queries for repositories tagged with
mcpandmodel-context-protocoltopics - Filtered to repositories with >50 stars for quality threshold
- Data snapshot taken on 2026-04-15
Validation Criteria:
- Repository must have
mcpormodel-context-protocolas a topic tag - Minimum 50 stars to qualify for tracking
- Active development assessed via
Last Updatedfield
Column Definitions:
| Column | Definition |
|---|---|
| Repository | GitHub owner/repo name |
| Stars | Total GitHub stars at collection time |
| Forks | Total GitHub forks at collection time |
| Language | Primary programming language |
| Trend | Classification of project type/trajectory |
Current Data: Top 30 MCP Repositories
| Repository | Stars | Forks | Language | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| modelcontextprotocol/servers | 83,741 | 10,382 | TypeScript | official-core |
| PrefectHQ/fastmcp | 24,535 | 1,928 | Python | rising-star |
| modelcontextprotocol/python-sdk | 22,634 | 3,321 | Python | official-sdk |
| microsoft/mcp-for-beginners | 15,872 | 5,171 | Jupyter Notebook | educational |
| modelcontextprotocol/typescript-sdk | 12,181 | 1,775 | TypeScript | official-sdk |
| mcp-use/mcp-use | 9,773 | 1,242 | TypeScript | rising |
| CoplayDev/unity-mcp | 8,482 | 968 | C# | game-dev |
| lastmile-ai/mcp-agent | 8,265 | 830 | Python | agent-framework |
| Upsonic/Upsonic | 7,825 | 726 | Python | enterprise |
| grab/cursor-talk-to-figma-mcp | 6,651 | 721 | JavaScript | design-tool |
| firecrawl/firecrawl-mcp-server | 6,050 | 680 | JavaScript | web-tool |
| appcypher/awesome-mcp-servers | 5,393 | 1,219 | - | directory |
| getsentry/XcodeBuildMCP | 5,196 | 245 | TypeScript | ios-dev |
| nanbingxyz/5ire | 5,155 | 404 | TypeScript | desktop-client |
| casibase/casibase | 4,493 | 526 | Go | enterprise-platform |
| exa-labs/exa-mcp-server | 4,242 | 318 | TypeScript | search-tool |
| IBM/mcp-context-forge | 3,569 | 624 | Python | enterprise-gateway |
| zcaceres/markdownify-mcp | 2,584 | 213 | TypeScript | utility |
| holaboss-ai/holaOS | 2,486 | 271 | TypeScript | agent-os |
| genieincodebottle/generative-ai | 2,215 | 542 | Jupyter Notebook | educational |
| metatool-ai/metamcp | 2,212 | 324 | TypeScript | meta-tool |
| jamubc/gemini-mcp-tool | 2,155 | 182 | TypeScript | llm-bridge |
| IvanMurzak/Unity-MCP | 2,136 | 195 | C# | game-dev |
| taylorwilsdon/google_workspace_mcp | 2,112 | 632 | Python | workspace |
| zinja-coder/jadx-ai-mcp | 1,765 | 182 | Java | reverse-engineering |
| ravitemer/mcphub.nvim | 1,760 | 83 | Lua | editor-plugin |
| stacklok/toolhive | 1,716 | 207 | Go | enterprise |
| doobidoo/mcp-memory-service | 1,668 | 249 | Python | memory |
| CoderGamester/mcp-unity | 1,588 | 201 | C# | game-dev |
| stickerdaniel/linkedin-mcp-server | 1,547 | 284 | Python | social |
Ecosystem Metrics
Language Distribution (Top 30)
| Language | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Python | 9 | 30% |
| TypeScript | 9 | 30% |
| C# | 3 | 10% |
| JavaScript | 2 | 6.7% |
| Go | 2 | 6.7% |
| Jupyter Notebook | 2 | 6.7% |
| Other | 5 | 16.7% |
Aggregate Statistics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total tagged repositories | 5,813 |
| Repositories with >50 stars | 345 |
| Total stars (Top 30) | 249,742 |
| New repositories this week | N/A (first detailed snapshot) |
Trends & Observations
1. Python SDK Dominates TypeScript SDK
The official Python SDK (22,634 stars) now leads the TypeScript SDK (12,181 stars) by an 85% margin. This signals stronger developer preference for Python in the MCP ecosystem, likely driven by the AI/ML communityβs existing Python tooling.
2. FastMCP Emerges as Leading Community Framework
FastMCP (PrefectHQ) has reached 24,535 stars, positioning itself as the most popular community-built MCP server framework. Its tagline βThe fast, Pythonic way to build MCP serversβ resonates with developers seeking simplicity over official SDK complexity.
3. Unity Game Development Shows Strong Adoption
Three dedicated Unity MCP projects appear in the top 30:
- CoplayDev/unity-mcp: 8,482 stars
- IvanMurzak/Unity-MCP: 2,136 stars
- CoderGamester/mcp-unity: 1,588 stars
This represents 10% of top projects focusing on game development integration.
4. Enterprise MCP Platforms Gaining Traction
Enterprise-focused solutions are emerging:
- IBM/mcp-context-forge: AI Gateway, registry, and proxy for MCP/A2A/REST APIs
- Stacklok/toolhive: Enterprise-grade platform for running MCP servers
- casibase/casibase: Enterprise-level AI knowledge base and MCP management
5. Web Scraping and Search Tools Show Strong Demand
Firecrawl (6,050 stars) and Exa (4,242 stars) MCP servers indicate significant interest in web data extraction capabilities for AI agents.
6. Desktop MCP Clients Emerging
5ire (5,155 stars) demonstrates demand for cross-platform desktop AI assistants that serve as MCP clients, extending beyond terminal-based tooling.
7. Memory and Knowledge Graph Services Essential
Memory/persistence MCP services like mcp-memory-service (1,668 stars) address the critical need for agent context retention across sessions.
Awesome MCP Servers Categories
The community-curated list (punkpeye/awesome-mcp-servers) organizes projects into 19 categories:
| Category | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| Aggregators | Multi-server management and routing |
| Art & Culture | Museum, gallery, cultural APIs |
| Aerospace & Astrodynamics | Space-related data services |
| Browser Automation | Web scraping, browser control |
| Biology Medicine & Bioinformatics | Healthcare and life sciences |
| Cloud Platforms | AWS, GCP, Azure integrations |
| Code Execution | Sandboxed code running |
| Coding Agents | AI-assisted development |
| Command Line | CLI tool integrations |
| Communication | Slack, Discord, email |
| Databases | SQL, NoSQL connections |
| Data Platforms | Analytics, warehousing |
| Developer Tools | IDE extensions, utilities |
| File Systems | Local and cloud storage |
| Finance & Fintech | Market data, banking APIs |
| Gaming | Game engine integrations |
| Knowledge & Memory | Vector stores, knowledge graphs |
| Search & Data Extraction | Web search, crawling |
| Security | Auth, encryption, scanning |
| Social Media | Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. |
Notable Aggregators
| Project | Description |
|---|---|
| APIFold | Turn any REST API into a hosted MCP server |
| metatool-ai/metamcp | MCP Aggregator in one Docker container |
| mcp-use/mcp-use | Fullstack MCP framework for ChatGPT/Claude apps |
| PipedreamHQ/pipedream | Connect with 2,500+ APIs via MCP |
πΊ Scout Intel: What Others Missed
Confidence: high | Novelty Score: 65/100
While most MCP coverage focuses on Anthropicβs official servers and SDKs, the ecosystem data reveals a deeper structural shift: community frameworks are outpacing official tooling in developer adoption. FastMCPβs 24,535 stars versus the official Python SDKβs 22,634 stars suggests developers prefer opinionated, simplified interfaces over flexible official SDKs. The 85% gap between Python and TypeScript SDKs indicates Python has become the de facto language for MCP development, aligning with broader AI/ML tooling preferences.
Key Implication: Enterprise teams evaluating MCP should prioritize Python-first implementations and consider FastMCP for rapid prototyping, while monitoring IBM Context Forge and Stacklok ToolHive for production-grade deployment patterns.
Changelog
| Date | Change | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-15 | added | Initial weekly snapshot with top 30 repositories and ecosystem metrics |
Sources
- GitHub API - MCP Servers Search β GitHub, 2026-04-15
- GitHub - MCP Protocol Core β GitHub, 2026-04-15
- GitHub - MCP TypeScript SDK β GitHub, 2026-04-15
- GitHub - MCP Python SDK β GitHub, 2026-04-15
- Awesome MCP Servers List β punkpeye, 2026-04-15
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