Thank you for your interest in contributing to the MCP Python SDK! This document provides guidelines and instructions for contributing.

1. Make sure you have Python 3.10+ installed
2. Install uv
3. Fork the repository
4. Clone your fork: git clone https://github.com/YOUR-USERNAME/python-sdk.git
5. Install dependencies:

uv sync --frozen --all-extras --dev

1. Choose the correct branch for your changes:

   • For bug fixes to a released version: use the latest release branch (e.g. v1.1.x for 1.1.3)
   • For new features: use the main branch (which will become the next minor/major version)
   • If unsure, ask in an issue first

2. Create a new branch from your chosen base branch

3. Make your changes

4. Ensure tests pass:

uv run pytest

5. Run type checking:

uv run pyright

6. Run linting:

uv run ruff check .
uv run ruff format .

7. Submit a pull request to the same branch you branched from

• We use ruff for linting and formatting
• Follow PEP 8 style guidelines
• Add type hints to all functions
• Include docstrings for public APIs

1. Update documentation as needed
2. Add tests for new functionality
3. Ensure CI passes
4. Maintainers will review your code
5. Address review feedback

Please note that this project is released with a Code of Conduct. By participating in this project you agree to abide by its terms.

By contributing, you agree that your contributions will be licensed under the MIT License.