How to Use the Buddy Punch MCP in Windsurf
Manage your team's hours directly in Windsurf with the Buddy Punch MCP Server.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Buddy Punch MCP to Windsurf
Create your Vinkius account to connect Buddy Punch to Windsurf and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Windsurf executes complex scheduling tasks
Cascade pulls your current team roster using `list_employees` to verify who is on the clock before assigning new tickets. It maps out your weekly coverage by running `list_work_schedules` to identify gaps in your project timeline. Once the gaps are clear, the agent uses `create_employee` to onboard new contractors without you leaving the editor. This MCP server saves you from jumping between your IDE and a browser dashboard.
Automated time tracking for Windsurf users
You can tell Cascade to log a specific shift by triggering `punch_in_out` after a task is finished. The agent handles the API call while you keep focus on your code. It also checks `list_time_entries` to ensure your local work logs match the official company records. If there is a mismatch, the agent flags it immediately in your chat window.
Syncing payroll data in Windsurf
The server provides a clear view of your billing cycles by querying `list_pay_periods` through the Cascade interface. You get an instant summary of active pay windows without manual lookups. This data helps you anticipate deadlines before the end of the month. Cascade keeps these dates visible so you stop missing payroll cutoff times.
Set up Buddy Punch MCP in Windsurf
Prerequisites
- Windsurf IDE installed (macOS, Windows, or Linux)
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open MCP configuration
Click the Cascade assistant icon in the sidebar, then click the hammer icon (🔨) at the top of the panel. Select "Configure" to open
~/.codeium/windsurf/mcp_config.json. - 2
Add the Buddy Punch MCP
Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the
mcpServersobject. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Refresh MCPs
Go back to the hammer icon (🔨) in Cascade and click "Refresh". Windsurf will detect the new server. No full restart is needed — the connection is hot-reloaded.
- 4
Verify in Cascade
Start a new Cascade conversation and ask something like "Show my Buddy Punch payment history." If connected, Cascade will call the Buddy Punch tools directly. You will see a green dot next to the server name in the MCP panel.
{
"mcpServers": {
"buddy-punch-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
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Common questions about Buddy Punch MCP in Windsurf
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