What does the work involve?
Help businesses connect their AI tools to real infrastructure — browsers, databases, APIs, deployment pipelines — using Model Context Protocol. Sell setup services and pre-built config packs.. The first goal is to deliver one useful result for a specific customer, then learn from their response.
- Learn the MCP protocol and set up 5+ servers yourself
- Create pre-built config packs for common stacks
- Offer free MCP audits to 10 businesses
- Sell setup services at $500-$2,000 per engagement
- Productize into self-serve config packs on marketplace
Skills to bring or practice
MCP Protocol · Claude Code / Cursor · DevOps Basics · Client Communication
Foundation — example tasks
Use these as planning prompts. Targets and deliverables are goals, not promised outcomes.
- Set up 5+ MCP servers on your own machine
Install Chrome DevTools, Supabase, GitHub, Filesystem, and Slack MCP servers. Document the process, common errors, and fixes. This becomes your expertise base.
- Create 3 pre-built config packs
Build ready-to-use config bundles: (1) Next.js + Supabase + Vercel stack, (2) Python + Postgres + Railway stack, (3) General productivity (DevTools + GitHub + Slack). Include settings.json files and setup scripts.
- Build service packages and pricing page
Define your 3 tiers (Starter $497, Full Stack $1,497, Enterprise $3,997). Create a one-page sales doc showing the before/after of AI workflows with MCP.
- Record a 5-minute demo video
Screen record yourself setting up Chrome DevTools MCP, asking Claude to screenshot a site, run a Lighthouse audit, and fix a performance issue. This is your primary sales asset.
Launch — example tasks
Use these as planning prompts. Targets and deliverables are goals, not promised outcomes.
- Post MCP Twitter thread
Use the provided thread template to post about MCP. Focus on the "AI superpower nobody's talking about" angle. Include your demo video. Target dev/founder audience.
- Offer 10 free MCP audits
DM or email 10 businesses/developers. Offer a free 15-minute call where you show them what MCP could do for their specific stack. This is your top-of-funnel.
- Write and publish blog post
Publish your MCP guide on your blog, Medium, Dev.to, or Hashnode. Optimize for "MCP server setup" and "Claude Code MCP" keywords. Cross-post everywhere.
- Close first 2 paid setups
Follow up with audit call attendees. Show them the demo, explain the ROI (30min workflows → 3min), present Starter or Full Stack package.
Who could you help first?
A starting audience to investigate: CTO / Senior Developer at startup. Treat this as a hypothesis. Ask what they need, how they solve it now, and whether they would try a small paid pilot.
Ways to test your first customer channel
- Post a viral Twitter thread about MCP (template provided)
- Offer free MCP audits to 10 businesses in your network
- Write a blog post showing before/after workflow with MCP
How can AI help with this hustle?
Use AI to prepare a first draft, organize research, or make a sample. Review accuracy, permissions, and quality before sharing customer-facing work.
Tools named in this template: Claude Code, Chrome DevTools MCP, Supabase MCP, GitHub MCP, Notion. Check their current capabilities and pricing before choosing.
A prompt to start with
Help me test a MCP Config Consultant offer. My audience is [audience]. The problem is [problem]. My weekly time limit is [hours]. Suggest one small deliverable, three questions to validate demand, and a quality checklist. Separate assumptions from evidence. Do not invent market data or customer results.
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Before you commit
How much time should I set aside?
The template suggests 10-20 hours/week. Treat that as a planning estimate. Time one small sample and include customer communication, corrections, and marketing in your own budget.
What could it cost to start?
The template estimates $0-$100 for setup. Your actual costs depend on tools, equipment, and scope. Test demand with what you already have before adding subscriptions.
How much could I earn?
There is no guaranteed or verified typical income for this template. Revenue depends on demand, pricing, delivery, and customer acquisition. Track actual revenue minus expenses and your time during a small pilot.
Can I start here without another platform?
Yes. Create your starter plan on this site, customize the offer, and check off the first seven steps. Plans stay in your browser and can be downloaded or backed up.