# Workast MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect

> Workast lets you manage your project boards and team tasks directly through your AI client. Instead of jumping between tabs, you can create new tasks, update statuses, and check team progress using plain English. It turns your project management platform into an interactive workspace where your agent handles the busy work of tracking deadlines and organizing backlogs.

## Overview
- **Category:** industry-titans
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_Lxv7FLNtBKaTS61KCwoj9Tlr71480IHByf2wOTfD/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** task-tracking, workflow-automation, team-collaboration, project-backlog, deadline-management

## Description

You're likely tired of the tab fatigue that comes with project management. You have your chat app open for team comms, and then you have to jump over to Workast to check a deadline, copy a task description, and then go back to your chat to tell the team it's done. It's a constant loop of clicking, copying, and pasting that breaks your focus. This Connector changes that by bringing your project data into the same window where you do your actual work. When you connect your account, your AI agent can see your spaces and understand who's on what task. You can ask it to summarize what's pending for next week or tell it to move a specific item to Done without you ever having to open a browser tab. It makes your project management feel like a conversation rather than a data entry chore. Since Vinkius hosts this Connector, you can plug it into any client you already use to keep your team's workflow moving.

## Tools

### create_task
Add a new task to your backlog or a specific space. Use this to capture new requirements on the fly.

### delete_task
Remove a task from your list. This keeps your project boards clean and up to date.

### get_account_profile
Fetch your personal account details. This helps the agent stay aligned with your specific permissions and settings.

### get_space
Get the specific details of a project space. This helps you see the scope and structure of a particular work environment.

### get_task
Pull the full details of a single task. Use this to see descriptions, due dates, and assigned owners in one go.

### get_team_info
Retrieve information about your entire team. It's useful for understanding the headcount and group structure.

### list_tasks
Get a list of all tasks within a specific space. This is the quickest way to see what's currently on the plate.

### list_users
See all the people on your team. This lets your agent know who it can assign work to.

### update_task
Change the status, priority, or details of an existing task. This is how you move projects forward without manual clicks.

### get_user
Look up a specific user's profile. This helps your agent identify who is responsible for a certain piece of work.

### list_spaces
See every space in your Workast account. Use this to get a high-level view of all your active projects.

### create_space
Make a brand new space for a new project. This helps you organize new initiatives instantly.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
What's the status of the 'Design Team' space?
```

**Response:** 
```
### Space Overview: Design Team

**Status:** Active

**Current Tasks:**
| Task Name | Priority | Status |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Update UI Kit | High | In Progress |
| Review Logo Drafts | Medium | Pending |

**Team Capacity:** 4 members active.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Create a new task in the 'Marketing' space called 'Draft social copy' and set the priority to high.
```

**Response:** 
```
Done! I've added the new task to your **Marketing** space:

*   **Task:** Draft social copy
*   **Priority:** High
*   **Status:** To Do

Would you like me to assign this to someone on the team?
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Who is currently on the team and what are their roles?
```

**Response:** 
```
Here is the current team roster:

*   **Alex Rivera** - Lead Designer
*   **Jordan Smith** - Content Strategist
*   **Casey Chen** - Frontend Developer
*   **Taylor Reed** - Project Coordinator
```

## Capabilities

### Create new project spaces
Generate a new workspace for a project or team on command.

### Generate new tasks
Add new items to your backlog with specific due dates and priorities.

### Update task statuses
Change the progress or priority of an existing task using natural language.

### List all active team members
See everyone on your team to understand your current headcount.

### Fetch detailed task info
Get the full description and metadata for any specific task.

### Delete old tasks
Remove completed or irrelevant items to keep your board clean.

## Use Cases

### The Standup Summary
A lead asks the agent to summarize all tasks in the 'Design' space. The agent uses list_tasks and get_space to provide a bulleted list of what's done.

### The Quick Update
A developer finishes a UI fix and tells the agent to move the task to done. The agent uses update_task to change the status immediately.

### The New Project Kickoff
A manager wants to start a new marketing push. They tell the agent to create a new space and five initial tasks. The agent uses create_space and create_task.

### The Team Audit
A manager needs to see who is available. The agent uses list_users and get_team_info to provide a headcount of active team members.

## Benefits

- Stop context switching by using create_task to add items while you're already chatting with your agent.
- Get instant status reports by having your agent use list_tasks to summarize your current workload.
- Keep your backlog clean by using delete_task to remove finished or irrelevant work items.
- Organize new initiatives faster by using create_space to set up project environments on command.
- Know exactly who is doing what by using get_team_info and list_users to see your team's capacity.

## How It Works

The bottom line is you stop clicking through dashboards and start managing your projects with natural language.

1. Subscribe to the Workast MCP on Vinkius.
2. Paste your Workast API Token into your AI client configuration.
3. Ask your agent to list tasks, create spaces, or update project statuses.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Can I use Workast MCP to create new projects?**
Yes, you can use the Connector to create new spaces for different projects or teams instantly via your AI agent.

**Does this Workast MCP work with Claude?**
Yes, it works with any MCP-compatible client including Claude, Cursor, and Windsurf.

**How do I update a task status?**
You can just tell your agent to update a specific task. It will handle the change in Workast for you without you needing to open the app.

**Can I see all my team members?**
Yes, your agent can retrieve a full list of your team members and their details whenever you ask.

**Is my data safe with Workast MCP?**
The Connector uses your personal Workast API token to perform actions, ensuring your data stays within your existing security permissions.

**Can I delete tasks?**
Yes, you can ask your agent to remove tasks from your board to keep your backlog organized and clean.

**How do I generate a Workast API Token?**
Log in to Workast, go to your profile icon, select **Preferences** > **API**, and click 'Generate new token' to create your unique access credential.

**What is a 'Space' in Workast?**
A Space is a container for your task lists. It is typically used to organize different projects, client work, or team-specific channels within your workspace.