| MCP | Skill | |
|---|---|---|
| Nature | Callable tools/APIs | Instructions & workflows |
| Examples | DB, GitHub, browser | Review, tests, doc standards |
| Activation | Client loads server | Model matches description |
| Secrets | Often needs env | Usually none |
Guides·Agent Skills
Skills vs MCP: when to use which
Compare Agent Skills and MCP servers—capabilities, composition, and when to pick each.
Capability comparison
Recommended combos
• Full-stack: filesystem MCP + git skill + DB MCP • Testing: Playwright MCP + testing skill • Q&A: docs MCP + writing skill
AgentHub scenarios and prompt pages suggest pairings.
If you only install one
Need external systems → MCP first. Need team workflow consistency → Skill first. Long term: both, plus scenario prompts on AgentHub.