How to Use the BugHerd MCP in Claude Code

Q: How do I add the BugHerd MCP Server to my Claude Code CLI?

Run claude mcp add --transport http bugherd-alternative-mcp -- in your terminal. This command registers the server and saves the configuration directly into your /.claude.json file.

Q: Can Claude Code list all active projects in my BugHerd account?

Yes, Claude Code calls listprojects to output a clean list of your active boards. You can then ask the CLI agent to drill down into specific tickets using the returned project IDs.

Q: How does Claude Code handle creating a BugHerd task?

The CLI agent runs createtask with the parameters you provide in your prompt. It can extract details from your local git diff or error logs to populate the ticket automatically.

Q: Does this MCP configuration support multi-user teams?

Yes, Claude Code queries your team directory using listusers to map names to IDs. This allows you to assign or reassign tickets through simple terminal commands.

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Script BugHerd updates using Claude Code CLI

`update_task` is the core MCP tool Claude Code uses to modify ticket statuses during your terminal sessions. You can pipe script outputs or build logs directly into the CLI to update tickets instantly. This is perfect for post-deploy scripts or CI/CD pipelines where you need to mark issues as resolved. Your terminal agent handles the API calls without requiring you to open a browser.

Query BugHerd boards from your terminal sessions

`list_tasks` gives Claude Code the ability to search and filter your BugHerd issues right from your shell. You can ask your CLI agent for a list of high-priority bugs without leaving your active SSH session. It uses `get_project` to narrow down the search to a specific board. This keeps your terminal clean and lets you focus on the code that needs fixing.

Comment on BugHerd tasks using Claude Code

`add_comment` allows Claude Code to post terminal logs and deployment outputs directly to BugHerd cards. When a server migration or script finishes, the CLI agent writes the confirmation back to the task. It pulls the existing thread history using `list_comments` to ensure it doesn't duplicate logs. Your team gets instant, automated updates on the exact task they are tracking.

Setup guide

Set up BugHerd MCP in Claude Code

Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed (npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Run the add command

Open your terminal and run the command shown on the right. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. Use --scope user to make it available across all projects.
2

Verify the connection

Start a Claude Code session and type /mcp to list connected servers. You should see bugherd-alternative-mcp with a green status indicator.
3

Start using tools

Ask Claude Code something like "Check my latest BugHerd transactions." It will automatically discover and invoke the available BugHerd tools.

Terminal

claude mcp add --transport http bugherd-alternative-mcp https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

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Prerequisites

Claude Code CLI installed
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open the config file

Create or edit .mcp.json in your project root for project-level scope, or ~/.claude.json for user-level scope.
2

Add the BugHerd MCP

Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Code

Start a new Claude Code session. Type /mcp to confirm the server is connected. The tools will be automatically available in your conversation.

.mcp.json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "bugherd-alternative-mcp": {
      "type": "url",
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about BugHerd MCP in Claude Code

Run `claude mcp add --transport http bugherd-alternative-mcp -- ` in your terminal. This command registers the server and saves the configuration directly into your `~/.claude.json` file.

Yes, Claude Code calls `list_projects` to output a clean list of your active boards. You can then ask the CLI agent to drill down into specific tickets using the returned project IDs.

The CLI agent runs `create_task` with the parameters you provide in your prompt. It can extract details from your local git diff or error logs to populate the ticket automatically.

Yes, Claude Code queries your team directory using `list_users` to map names to IDs. This allows you to assign or reassign tickets through simple terminal commands.

Absolutely, your API requests flow through Vinkius's zero-trust V8 sandbox which processes your task text and comments in memory. No data is stored, and your authentication tokens are kept strictly confidential.

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