How to Use the ConfigCat MCP in VS Code Copilot

Q: Can I manage ConfigCat settings from VS Code Copilot chat?

You can use any of the available tools like createsetting or updatesettingvalue directly from the chat prompt. The agent carries out these operations on your behalf.

Standardize your team's feature flag workflow by deploying the ConfigCat MCP Server in VS Code Copilot.

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Sync team flags in VS Code Copilot

Commit your server config to the repo so everyone uses the same tools. Using `list_settings` ensures the whole team sees the same flag definitions. It removes the friction of manual configuration. Every developer gets identical access to your remote settings.

Create segments in VS Code Copilot

Define complex user segments using `create_segment` without leaving your IDE. You can build targeting rules directly from your editor. This keeps your targeting logic versioned and visible. The agent handles the API interaction behind the scenes.

Validate environments in VS Code Copilot

Use `get_environment` to inspect your production or test setups before you push code. It retrieves the exact state of your remote environment. This adds a layer of confidence to your deployment process. You can verify your settings before they reach your users.

Setup guide

Set up ConfigCat 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.json in your workspace.
2

Add the ConfigCat 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 ConfigCat tools listed. Try asking: "List my recent ConfigCat transactions" and Copilot will invoke them automatically.

.vscode/mcp.json

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

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Common questions about ConfigCat MCP in VS Code Copilot

Add your server details to the .vscode/mcp.json file in your project. This allows Copilot to discover the tools and make them available in the chat interface.

Yes, by including the config file in your repository, you ensure every developer has the same tools. It scales your flag management across the entire engineering organization.

You can use any of the available tools like `create_setting` or `update_setting_value` directly from the chat prompt. The agent carries out these operations on your behalf.

Check the Output tab in your editor and select the MCP server process. It tracks every command sent to the platform so you can debug any issues.

The server uses encrypted channels for all API requests. It only interacts with your feature flag configuration keys and environment settings to prevent unauthorized access.

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