How to Use the Captain Data MCP in VS Code Copilot
Standardize team data extraction in VS Code with the Captain Data MCP Server.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect Captain Data MCP to VS Code Copilot
Create your Vinkius account to connect Captain Data to VS Code Copilot and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Sync lead research across VS Code Copilot
Commit your server config to the repo so your whole team uses the same tools. Everyone gets access to `find_people` and `find_company` without manual setup. Your agent uses these tools to help the team keep prospect lists consistent. It removes the friction of managing different data sources across the engineering group.
Monitor team automation in VS Code Copilot
Keep an eye on shared scraping jobs from your editor. Use `list_automation_jobs` to see which team member is running what. Your agent can summarize the output of `get_job_details` for the whole team. It gives you visibility into your data operations without leaving VS Code.
Standardize API checks in VS Code Copilot
Prevent quota issues by building checks into your team's shared code. Use `get_api_quotas` to ensure your automated pipelines have the capacity they need. This MCP Server provides the metrics your team needs to manage their usage. It keeps your shared infrastructure running smoothly.
Set up Captain Data MCP in VS Code Copilot
Prerequisites
- VS Code 1.99 or later with GitHub Copilot extension
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
- 1
Open MCP configuration
Open the Command Palette (
Cmd+Shift+P/Ctrl+Shift+P) and run "MCP: Add Server". Select HTTP (Streamable) as the server type. VS Code will create.vscode/mcp.jsonin your workspace. - 2
Add the Captain Data MCP
Paste the JSON snippet shown on the right into your
.vscode/mcp.json. Replace[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Switch to Agent mode
Open Copilot Chat (
Cmd+Shift+I/Ctrl+Shift+I) and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode — they do not appear in Edit or Ask modes. - 4
Verify the connection
In the Copilot Chat input, type
#to list available tools. You should see the Captain Data tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent Captain Data transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.
{
"mcpServers": {
"captain-data-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
}Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by Captain Data. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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Common questions about Captain Data MCP in VS Code Copilot
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