#Function Calling
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AI Agent Tool Calling in ~12 Lines of Code: Function Calling with Claude and OpenAI
Deep dive into Claude and OpenAI Function Calling: implement an Agent loop in ~12 lines of Python with no framework. Covers tool_use vs function_call, Pydantic structured output, and common ID errors.

From Function Calling to MCP: Understanding the Core Mechanics of LLM Tool Invocation
Start with the 5-step Function Calling workflow, use a weather query demo to unpack how LLM tool invocation works, and understand its role as the foundation for MCP and A2A.

From Function Calling to MCP: Understanding the Fundamentals of AI Agent Development
From Function Calling to MCP to AI Agents — a beginner-friendly guide to the five-step tool-calling workflow, LLM support landscape, and how agents differ from simple function calls.
TutorialsUnderstanding Function Calling and MCP Through Cursor's System Prompt
Deep dive into Function Calling and MCP working principles through Cursor editor's system prompt analysis, comparing regular tools vs MCP tools and testing Agent capabilities across model sizes.
TutorialsMCP Protocol Explained: Differences from Function Calling and Agent Tool Development in Practice
Deep dive into MCP (Model Context Protocol): its principles, communication architecture, and practical applications. Compare MCP vs Function Calling, explore client-server communication and security.
Deep DivesMCP Protocol Deep Dive: Core Concepts, Workflow, and Packet Capture Analysis
Deep dive into MCP protocol internals: core concepts of Host, Server, and Tool, complete data flow, Function Calling evolution, and packet capture revealing how Cline actually communicates with LLMs.
TutorialsGPT-Realtime-2 Standup Automation: A Practical Guide to Voice-Driven Ticket Management
Explore how GPT-Realtime-2 enables standup automation by using voice AI and Function Calling to automatically convert verbal reports into Jira and Linear ticket operations.
Deep DivesAgent, MCP, and Function Calling: A Complete Guide to Their Differences and Relationships
A deep dive into the relationships between AI Agent, MCP protocol, Function Calling, and Prompt. From basics to full architecture, build a clear cognitive framework for AI app development.