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6/15/2026
Build and deploy an MCP server with .NET and Azure Container Apps

Build and deploy an MCP server with .NET and Azure Container Apps

Short summary

This tutorial demonstrates building a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server in C# using the .NET SDK, containerizing it with Docker, and deploying it to Azure Container Apps. The sample exposes three simple tools and emphasizes keeping protocol wiring minimal while placing business logic in testable services. Complete project structure, setup commands, and health-check configuration are included to get from zero to a deployed MCP endpoint.

  • Build MCP servers in C# using ModelContextProtocol.AspNetCore SDK
  • Containerize with Docker and deploy to Azure Container Apps
  • Keep protocol wiring thin; put business logic in testable services

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