# attio-mcp-usage > Provides universal workflow patterns and best practices for using the Attio MCP server. Complements the attio-workspace-schema skill with HOW-TO guidance for MCP tools and error prevention. - Author: Martin Kessler - Repository: kesslerio/attio-mcp-server - Version: 20260106134917 - Stars: 55 - Forks: 0 - Last Updated: 2026-02-06 - Source: https://github.com/kesslerio/attio-mcp-server - Web: https://mule.run/skillshub/@@kesslerio/attio-mcp-server~attio-mcp-usage:20260106134917 --- --- name: attio-mcp-usage description: Provides universal workflow patterns and best practices for using the Attio MCP server. Complements the attio-workspace-schema skill with HOW-TO guidance for MCP tools and error prevention. --- # Attio MCP Usage Guide Universal workflow patterns and best practices for the Attio MCP server. ## Purpose Teaches universal patterns for: - Structuring multi-step workflows - Preventing common API errors - Using MCP tools correctly - Building integrations ## Related Skills **attio-workspace-schema** - Reference for YOUR workspace-specific: - Attribute slugs and types - Select/status option values - List IDs and names - Read-only fields > Always check the schema skill for workspace-specific data ## Quick Links - [Workflows](resources/workflows.md) - Universal workflow patterns - [Golden Rules](resources/golden-rules.md) - Error prevention system - [Tool Reference](resources/tool-reference.md) - MCP tool signatures - [Integration Patterns](resources/integration-patterns.md) - Pattern index ## Pattern Selection See [Pattern Selection Guide](resources/patterns/README.md) for keyword-based routing to the right pattern for your workflow. ## When to Use This Skill - Planning multi-step workflows - Troubleshooting API errors - Learning MCP tool syntax - Building integrations - Understanding best practices ## Key Principles 1. **Schema skill = WHAT** (your specific fields/lists) 2. **Usage skill = HOW** (universal patterns) 3. **Cross-reference** when you need workspace specifics