- Step 1: Create a new .NET console project using 'dotnet new console -n ProjectName'.
- Step 2: Add necessary dependencies with 'dotnet add package ModelContextProtocol --prerelease'.
- Step 3: Implement tools in C# with attributes like [McpServerTool] in source files.
- Step 4: Configure 'mcp.json' with server settings and command parameters.
- Step 5: Build the project using 'dotnet build'.
- Step 6: Launch the MCP server via the configuration, e.g., using VSCode tasks or command line.
- Step 7: Interact with the server using command inputs and verify responses.