Helix FAQs

Question 1

What is Helix and how does it work?

Accepted Answer

Helix is an open-source Model Context Protocol (MCP) server built with .NET 10. It acts as a bridge, enabling AI agents and Large Language Models (LLMs) to programmatically access and interact with Microsoft 365 services like email, calendar, and document management.

Question 2

Does Helix support popular AI models like Claude?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Helix is designed to be compatible with AI models that support the Model Context Protocol (MCP), including Claude. It allows these models to perform actions within your Microsoft 365 environment by calling the exposed tools.

Question 3

Is Helix an open-source solution?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Helix is an open-source project, licensed under MIT, built by SAIB Inc. This allows developers to inspect, contribute to, and customize the solution for their specific needs.

Question 4

What is the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and why is it important for Helix?

Accepted Answer

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is a standardized protocol that Helix uses to expose Microsoft 365 functionalities as 'tools' to AI models. This allows AI agents, such as Claude, to understand and interact with M365 services in a consistent and structured manner.

Question 5

Which Microsoft 365 services can AI agents access through Helix?

Accepted Answer

Helix provides comprehensive programmatic access to Microsoft 365 Mail (listing, sending, managing messages/attachments), Calendar (event creation, updates, responses), and SharePoint (site, list, file operations including search, upload, download). OneDrive is also supported through SharePoint file operations.

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