LlamaIndex Newsletter 2025-07-01

Hi there, Llama Friends! 🦙

Welcome to this week's edition of the LlamaIndex newsletter! We're excited to share some major updates, including the launch of Workflows 1.0, the introduction of LlamaCloud's native MCP server, and more!

🤩 The Highlights:

• Workflows 1.0 Launch: We're thrilled to announce that Workflows 1.0 is now standalone and ready for widespread adoption! This lightweight framework for orchestrating complex, multi-step AI systems includes dedicated packages for Python and TypeScript, making integration easier than ever. Read the full announcement.
• LlamaCloud's Native MCP Server: Just launched! LlamaCloud now features a native MCP server, allowing you to index your data at scale while benefiting from first-class parsing quality from LlamaParse. Integrates in just a few clicks to Claude, Cursor and more. Log in to get started.
• Build Your Own Claude-Compatible MCP Server: Our MCP server is based on this open-source template, so you can create your own! Create a Next.js app with full OAuth 2.1 support and any MCP tools you specify. Get started with the repo.

🏗️ Framework:

• Observability with OpenTelemetry: We’ve added a one-click integration with OpenTelemetry for real-time tracing solutions. Watch the demo and find the code on our GitHub repo here.
• Agent Memory Discussion: Join us for a live discussion on our new memory blocks for LlamaIndex Agents, covering topics like persisting chat history and custom logic for memory implementations. Don’t miss it.

✍️ Community:

• NASA Space Explorer Assistant Wins @Gradio MCP Hackathon: Congratulations to the team for building an innovative assistant using MCP servers and NASA APIs! Learn more about the project.
• Building AI Agents with LlamaIndex and Klavis AI: A tutorial on creating agents that connect to YouTube, Gmail, and other services using LlamaIndex and Klavis AI's MCP servers. Read the full technical walkthrough.

Thank you for being part of our community! We can’t wait to see how you leverage these new features and updates. If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to reach out!

Best,
The LlamaIndex Team