Can I trigger a build for a specific branch through the agent?

Yes! Use the `trigger_cci_pipeline` tool. You need to provide the project slug (e.g., `gh/org/repo`) and the branch name. The agent will instruct CircleCI to start the pipeline immediately.

How do I see why a specific job failed?

Use the `get_job_details` tool with the project slug and job number. Your agent will fetch the execution status and metadata, which often points to the cause of failure.

Where do I find my CircleCI API Token?

Log in to CircleCI, go to **User Settings -> Personal API Tokens**. You can generate and copy a new token from there.

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About CircleCI MCP Server

Connect your CircleCI account to any AI agent and take full control of your CI/CD pipelines and software delivery through natural conversation. Streamline how you monitor and trigger automated builds.

Cursor's Agent mode turns CircleCI into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from CircleCI and it fetches, processes, and writes — all in a single agentic loop. 8 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Pipeline Oversight — List and retrieve details for recent CI/CD pipelines across your organizations natively
Trigger Management — Manually trigger new pipeline runs for specific projects and branches flawlessly
Workflow Intelligence — Access detailed information for workflows and their constituent jobs securely
Job Auditing — Retrieve detailed metadata and execution status for specific jobs flawlessly
Context Logistics — List shared environment contexts used for securing sensitive project data flawlessly
Developer Insights — Retrieve your own user profile and organization membership information directly within your workspace

The CircleCI MCP Server exposes 8 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect CircleCI to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the CircleCI MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using CircleCI

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using CircleCI, help me..." — 8 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the CircleCI MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with CircleCI through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP — no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

CircleCI + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the CircleCI MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

CircleCI MCP Tools for Cursor (8)

These 8 tools become available when you connect CircleCI to Cursor via MCP:

get_job_details

Get detailed information for a specific job

get_my_cci_profile

Retrieve information about the authenticated user

get_workflow_details

Get detailed information for a specific workflow

list_cci_contexts

List shared contexts for an organization

list_cci_pipelines

List recent CI/CD pipelines

list_pipeline_workflows

List all workflows within a specific pipeline

list_workflow_jobs

List all jobs within a specific workflow

trigger_cci_pipeline

Trigger a new pipeline for a project

Example Prompts for CircleCI in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with CircleCI immediately.

"List my last 5 pipelines in CircleCI."

"Trigger a new pipeline for project 'gh/acme/api' on the 'main' branch."

"Show me the status of all jobs in workflow ID 'wf-12345'."

Troubleshooting CircleCI MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting CircleCI to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

CircleCI + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating CircleCI MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design — tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.