Can I see the code a candidate wrote in a pad through the agent?

Yes! Use the `get_pad_session_details` tool with the pad ID. The agent will return the current `contents` of the pad, allowing you to review the code without opening your browser.

How do I check the full event log for an interview session?

Use the `get_pad_event_log` tool. Your agent will fetch a play-by-play history of all actions in the pad, which is useful for auditing the candidate's process and execution steps.

Where do I find my CoderPad API Key?

Log in to CoderPad, navigate to **Settings**, and select **API**. You can generate and copy your API key from that section.

CoderPad MCP Server for Cursor 8 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

Name: CoderPad
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Author: Vinkius

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Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.

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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "coderpad": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About CoderPad MCP Server

Connect your CoderPad account to any AI agent and take full control of your technical hiring process through natural conversation. Streamline how you prepare, conduct, and review technical interviews natively.

Cursor's Agent mode turns CoderPad into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from CoderPad 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

Pad Management — Create and list live collaborative coding pads for technical interviews natively
Session Intelligence — Access detailed information for specific pads, including the current code contents and status flawlessly
Event Tracking — Retrieve a play-by-play log of all actions within an interview session, including typing and execution flawlessly
Question Logistics — List and review available interview questions from your organization's question bank securely
Team Management — List all users and interviewers within your organization to manage access flawlessly
integrated Visibility — Retrieve detailed pad metadata including titles, languages, and candidate names directly within your workspace

The CoderPad 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 CoderPad to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the CoderPad 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 CoderPad

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

Why Use Cursor with the CoderPad MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with CoderPad 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

CoderPad + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the CoderPad 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

CoderPad MCP Tools for Cursor (8)

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

create_new_interview_pad

Create a new live collaborative coding pad

get_coderpad_usage_history

Retrieve a history of pad usage and quota consumption

get_my_coderpad_profile

Retrieve information about the authenticated user

get_pad_event_log

Retrieve a play-by-play log of all actions in a specific pad

get_pad_session_details

Get detailed information for a specific pad, including current code contents

list_coderpad_org_users

List all users and interviewers in the organization account

list_coderpad_questions

List available interview questions from the question bank

list_coderpad_sessions

List all technical interview pads (sessions)

Example Prompts for CoderPad in Cursor

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

"List all my CoderPad sessions from this week."

"Create a new Python pad for 'Junior Engineer Interview'."

"Show me the last 5 questions in my question bank."

Troubleshooting CoderPad MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting CoderPad 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.

CoderPad + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating CoderPad 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.