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Published by Sourcegraph Blog (T1.5 source). The original is at https://sourcegraph.com/blog/mcp-stories-from-the-field.

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Discusses the role of MCP-style tool connection protocols versus direct API calls in AI agent setups. Argues that while direct APIs may seem cheaper and simpler, tool connection protocols remain essential for security, governance, and centralized control in large organizational teams.

Frames the enterprise governance case for MCP over raw API calls, useful counterweight to the trend of skipping protocol layers. Stays at the opinion level rather than offering setup specifics.

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